Job prospects Roofer, Shingles in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

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We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Roofers and shinglers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Roofers and shinglers (NOC 73110) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several 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 Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Roofers and shinglers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 70%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 16%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 14%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology