Job prospects Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics" in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

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Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
  • 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 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

  • Approximately 3,180 people work in this occupation.
  • Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 77%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Job prospects elsewhere in Canada

Find out what will be the job prospects for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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