Job prospects Roofer, Shingles near Vancouver (BC)

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Roofers and shinglers near Vancouver (BC). 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 limited for Roofers and shinglers (NOC 73110) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Not many 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 Roofers and shinglers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 1,610 people work in this occupation.
• Roofers and shinglers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 45%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 14%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology