Residential and commercial installers and servicers

Prince Edward Island

The employment outlook will be Good for residential and commercial installers and servicers (NOC 73200) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Housing shortages and investments in new and affordable housing are expected to sustain demand for these positions over the forecast period. As interest rates continue to fall, residential investment should strengthen resulting in increased housing starts in the province over the next few years. Population growth has been, and continues to be, a key economic driver supporting residential building activity in the province. However, the federal reduction in immigration targets has led to a marked decline in international arrivals. This slowdown in population growth over the forecast period should help alleviate some pressure on the Island’s housing market. The prospect for employment in this occupation is good as there continues to be a shortage of workers and unfilled vacancies in the province due to strong gains in both residential and non-residential investment. The demand for workers in this occupation is expected to remain favourable driven by continued housing development to support population growth, as well as maintenance, renovation, and repair work. Self-employment is relatively high in this occupation. Residential and commercial installers and servicers who have a driver's licence and access to a vehicle may have better job prospects as workers may need to visit several sites in one day.Here are some key facts about residential and commercial installers and servicers in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 350 people work in this occupation. Residential and commercial installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 76%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 7%Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 323-324, 326-327, 331, 334-335, 337, 339): 6%Utilities (NAICS 22): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 16% for all occupations33% of residential and commercial installers and servicers work all year, while 67% 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 33 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.24% of residential and commercial installers and servicers are self-employed compared to an average of 13% 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: 16% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 61% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 25% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Alberta

The employment outlook will be Good for residential and commercial installers and servicers (NOC 73200) in Alberta 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.Here are some key facts about residential and commercial installers and servicers in Alberta: Approximately 8,750 people work in this occupation. Residential and commercial installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 66%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 88% compared to 80% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 12% compared to 20% for all occupations48% of residential and commercial installers and servicers work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.30% of residential and commercial installers and servicers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 95% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 5% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 21% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 49% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 21% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

Nova Scotia

The employment outlook will be Good for residential and commercial installers and servicers (NOC 73200) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.As with other occupations related to housing construction, installers are in high demand, particularly in the Halifax area. Opportunities sometimes relate to the installation of a specific type of product, which can limit the relevance of a jobseeker's previous experience. Some employers provide on-the-job training, while others may require certification.Here are some key facts about residential and commercial installers and servicers in Nova Scotia: Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation. Residential and commercial installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 67%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 7%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 18% for all occupations48% of residential and commercial installers and servicers work all year, while 52% 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 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.16% of residential and commercial installers and servicers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% 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: 23% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 41% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations