Job prospects Refrigeration Mechanic in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be good for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in the Vancouver Island and Coast 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 a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

• Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

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