Job prospects Transit Operator - Transportation in the Northeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Northeast 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 very good for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Northeast region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 210 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): 60%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 19%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology