Job prospects Transit Operator - Transportation near Vancouver (BC)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators near Vancouver (BC). 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 very good for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest 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.

Here are some key facts about Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 6,090 people work in this occupation.
• Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 86%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology