Job prospects Transit Operator - Transportation 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 Assessment 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 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 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.

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