Job prospects Dry Cleaning Driver in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region

We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Delivery and courier service drivers in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors (NOC 75201) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

• This work is physically demanding as employees are often required to lift heavy objects repeatedly.
• Transportation of dangerous goods (TGD) certification may improve one's chances of finding work. As would a familiarity with freight handling procedures and regulations. However, most training is provided on-the-job.
• These roles typically involve some interaction with customers, particularly when handling payments. Therefore, candidates should be able to communicate effectively.
• A driver's licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven is required.

Here are some key facts about Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

• Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 50%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 27%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology