NOC 22220 · TEER Level 2

Web technicians

Web technicians set up and maintain Internet, extranet and intranet Web sites and Web server hardware and software, and monitor and optimize network connectivity and performance. Supervisors of web technicians are included in this occupation.

Also known as:Internet Web site technicianserver administratorWeb site administratorWeb technicianCloud EngineerCloud Support SpecialistComputer Network AnalystComputer Network SpecialistComputer Network Support SpecialistComputer NetworkerComputer Operations TechnicianComputer Systems Specialist
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TEER 2

Skill Level

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SK, NB, NS

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What They Do

  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade Web-server hardware and software
  • Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance
  • Control and monitor e-mail use, Web navigation, and installed software
  • Respond to requests for help and information from Web site visitors and Web site designers.

Qualifications

  • checkCompletion of a college or other program in computer science, network administration, Web technology or a related field is usually required.
  • checkRegistration with a regulatory body is required in Saskatchewan.

Market Outlook by Province

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Saskatchewan

The employment outlook will be Good for computer network and web technicians (NOC 22220) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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 computer network and web technicians in Saskatchewan: Approximately 1,150 people work in this occupation. Computer network and web technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 20%Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 13%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 6%Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6% 87% of computer network and web technicians work all year, while 13% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of computer network and web technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 85% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 15% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 18% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 41% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 24% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations

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New Brunswick

The employment outlook will be Good for computer network and web technicians (NOC 22220) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.Computer network and web technicians are found in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors. Demand for these positions should continue to increase over time, as the size and scope of computer networks continues to broaden.Candidates are expected to be familiar with common computing and network equipment.Certification or training provided by software vendors may be required by some employers.Strong communication skills are also an asset.Artificial intelligence and automation are likely to impact the tasks of computer network and web technicians going forward.Here are some key facts about computer network and web technicians in New Brunswick: Approximately 800 people work in this occupation. Computer network and web technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 31%Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 13%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7% 85% of computer network and web technicians work all year, while 15% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of computer network and web technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 83% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 17% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 18% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 59% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 15% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

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NS

Nova Scotia

The employment outlook will be Good for computer network and web technicians (NOC 22220) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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 computer network and web technicians in Nova Scotia: Approximately 1,300 people work in this occupation. Computer network and web technicians mainly work in the following sectors: Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 20%Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 15%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%Universities (NAICS 6113): 7% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 95% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 5% compared to 18% for all occupations80% of computer network and web technicians work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of computer network and web technicians are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 84% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 16% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 16% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 46% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 10% for all occupations

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New Era Technology

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West Fraser

3 active roles · Quesnel, BC · Vancouver, BC

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Sunoco LP

3 active roles · Campbell River, BC · Calgary, AB

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