Job prospects Refrigeration Technician near Edmonton (AB)

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

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in the Edmonton region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• 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 Edmonton region:

• Approximately 1,990 people work in this occupation.
• Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 74%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

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