Job prospects Bus Operator in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Fredericton–Oromocto. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the winter months.

• A growing population should sustain demand for bus drivers over the forecast period. This is New Brunswick's sole mode of large-scale public transportation and as such there are no employment opportunities for subway and other transit operators.
• Several school districts (both French and English) throughout the province are dealing with bus driver shortages, indicating that opportunities exist for those who meet the minimum standards.
• A driver's licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven is required.
• A first aid certificate may also be required.
• Those who wish to work for a school district must typically undergo both a criminal record and a vulnerable sector check.

Here are some key facts about Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 50%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 27%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology