Job prospects Environmental Service Worker (ESW) - Hospital in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Light duty cleaners in the Fredericton–Oromocto. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be very good for Light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 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.

• Light duty cleaners are employed in a variety of industries but are most common in hotels and motels, hospitals, nursing homes, and cleaning service providers.
• Light duty cleaners are often required to stand for long periods of time and must be adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Certification may be required by some employers.

Here are some key facts about Light duty cleaners in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 1,070 people work in this occupation.
• Light duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 42%
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 18%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 11%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 9%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology