Job prospects Helper, Mechanic in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Other trades helpers and labourers in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Other trades helpers and labourers (NOC 75119) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Other trades helpers and labourers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Other trades helpers and labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 53%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 21%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology