Job prospects Driver, Explosives Truck in the Red Deer Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Transport truck drivers in the Red Deer Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) in the Red Deer region for the 2023-2025 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Opportunities in this occupation will be positive due to the ageing workforce, persistent labour shortages and challenges attracting young workers. Alberta has pledged $30 million in commercial driving grants, including $10 million of annual funding over the next three years which is earmarked for the Driving Back to Work Program.

Here are some key facts about Transport truck drivers in the Red Deer region:

• Approximately 2,680 people work in this occupation.
• Transport truck drivers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 47%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 16%
  • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 12%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology