Job prospects Power Shovel Mechanic in the Saskatoon–Biggar Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Saskatoon–Biggar 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 moderate for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics (NOC 72401) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2023-2025 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.

Here are some key facts about Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

• Approximately 1,130 people work in this occupation.
• Heavy-duty equipment mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 28%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 18%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 14%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
  • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology