Job prospects Mechanic, Roofing in the Saskatoon–Biggar Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Roofers and shinglers in the Saskatoon–Biggar Region. 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 moderate for Roofers and shinglers (NOC 73110) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Roofers and shinglers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

• Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Roofers and shinglers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 50%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology