Job prospects Sprinkler System Installer near Edmonton (AB)
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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers" near Edmonton (AB) or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers near Edmonton (AB). 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 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Edmonton region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Edmonton region:

  • Approximately 3,080 people work in this occupation.
  • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 54%
    • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 15%
    • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 8%
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

Find out what will be the job prospects for Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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Labour Market Information Survey
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