Job prospects Excavating Equipment Mechanic in the Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics (NOC 72401) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.

Here are some key facts about Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

• Approximately 570 people work in this occupation.
• Heavy-duty equipment mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 46%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 16%
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 15%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology