Job prospects Refrigeration Mechanic in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region

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

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The employment outlook will be limited for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

• Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

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