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What Is The Job Outlook In BC?

Employment opportunities are expected to be good for Heavy Equipment Operators, particularly in the non-residential sector.

Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, your employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

Heavy Equipment Operators – Employment Outlook

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forecasted average employment growth rate; job openings; composition of job openings for 2019-2029

Employment opportunities will be good for Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics. Demand is driven by activity in a wide variety of industries, such as transportation, mining, oil and gas, and construction. This broad employment base helps to vary your work opportunities.

Heavy-duty equipment mechanics with up-to-date electronics training are expected to be in greatest demand.

You will also have an advantage finding work in the trucking industry if you have skills using new technologies to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of diesel engines.

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics –Employment Outlook

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forecasted average employment growth rate; job openings; composition of job openings for 2019-2029

Sources: Careers in Construction Heavy Equipment Operator, BuildForce Canada – Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic, WorkBC