Job prospects Custodian in the Southeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Janitors, caretakers and building superintendents in the Southeast Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be very good for Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in the Southeast region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners in the Southeast region:

• Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 59%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 15%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology