Job prospects Powerline Technician in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Electrical power line and cable workers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. 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 moderate for Electrical power line and cable workers (NOC 72203) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Electrical power line and cable workers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Electrical power line and cable workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Utilities (NAICS 22): 50%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 50%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology