Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment)

Nova Scotia

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) (NOC 22311) 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.Several 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 electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) in Nova Scotia: Approximately 1,050 people work in this occupation. Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 16%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 15%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 15%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 12%Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 8% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 93% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 7% compared to 18% for all occupations72% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) work all year, while 28% 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 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.15% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 95% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 5% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 6% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 22% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 20% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 45% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

Newfoundland and Labrador

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) (NOC 22311) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Increased consumer demand for advanced digital equipment should continue to create opportunities for technicians, especially for those who stay up to date with the latest technology. However, due to the declining price of electronics as new technology emerges and the speed with which it changes and improves, many people now prefer to replace an electronic device rather than repair it. This change in consumer habits may dampen job opportunity prospects in the repair and maintenance sub-industry. Post-secondary education is typically not a requirement to work in this field, as employers will typically train on the job. However, additional training and certification would be seen as an asset.Here are some key facts about electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) in Newfoundland and Labrador: Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) mainly work in the following sectors: Management and administrative services (NAICS 55, 56): 14%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 13%Construction (NAICS 23): 12%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 12%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 92% compared to 83% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations72% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.16% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 6% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 22% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 18% compared to 17% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 48% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 14% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

Prince Edward Island

The employment outlook will be Moderate for electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) (NOC 22311) in Prince Edward Island 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.Electronic service technicians in the province continue to find work across repair shops, retail and wholesale electronics, security services, and IT-related businesses. Demand is supported by ongoing consumer interest in advanced digital equipment and the province’s steady economic growth, though recent federal immigration target reductions may slow long-term labour force expansion. A key challenge is that many consumers now choose to replace rather than repair devices due to falling prices and rapid technological change, which dampens prospects in traditional repair roles. However, opportunities may be more favorable for technicians who specialize in security systems, business equipment, and emerging digital technologies, especially as P.E.I. invests in expanding its digital economy and supporting small businesses. For individuals, developing up-to-date technical skills, adaptability, and customer service abilities will be essential to compete in this evolving occupation, where continuous learning is critical to stay ahead of rapid innovation. Here are some key facts about electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 28%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 13%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 10%Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 92% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 8% compared to 16% for all occupations74% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.20% of electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 90% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 10% compared to 49% 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: 28% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 30% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 25% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations