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Working as a Drafting Technologist / Technician

Industry Overview

Approximately 3,950 people work in this occupation in BC. JobBank Canada reports that the employment outlook for drafting technologists and technicians will be very limited for the 2022-2024 period in British Columbia.

Job Outlook in BC

 

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B.C. Labour Market Outlook for Drafting Technologists & Technicians - expected job openings, forecasted job openings and growth rate; composition of job openings

You can learn more about drafting technologists/technicians in BC from:

Types of Employers

Drafting technologists and technicians are employed by architect firms, engineering firms, consulting and construction, utility, resource, and manufacturing companies, all levels of government, and by a wide range of other establishments.

Salary & Working Hours

In BC, the annual median salary for drafting technologists and technicians is $64,654.  Drafters in senior and management positions can earn as much as $100,000 a year in some Canadian locations.

In addition to a salary, drafters employed full-time usually receive benefits such as health and dental coverage, paid vacations, and paid sick days.  You may also receive contributions to a retirement pension plan.

Sources: WorkBC & Career Cruising

In BC regions you can expect to earn:

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low, median, and high hourly wages for drafting technologists and technicians in BC regions

Source: Job Bank Canada Wage Report

Working Hours

Drafting technologists and technicians typically work regular hours, 7 or 8 hours a day, five days a week. However, you may be required to work longer hours to meet project deadlines.