Job prospects Shingler Trainee in the Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region
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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Roofers and shinglers" in the Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29^th, 2023. Learn more about outlooks.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Roofers and shinglers in the Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Roofers and shinglers (NOC 73110) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Roofers and shinglers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Roofers and shinglers mainly work in the following sectors:
- Construction (NAICS 23): 55%
- Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 11%
- Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 9%
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
- Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology