Job prospects Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic near Halifax (NS)

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

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The employment outlook will be good for Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) in the Halifax 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 620 people work in this occupation.
• Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%

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