Job prospects Apprentice Industrial Painter And Decorator near Saint John (NB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) near Saint John (NB). 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 moderate for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology