Job prospects Commercial Construction Painter in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 5,160 people work in this occupation.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 89%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology