Job prospects Lift Truck Mechanic in the Thompson–Okanagan Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a large labour surplus for Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics in the Thompson–Okanagan Region. There were far more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics (NOC 72423) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 70%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 16%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology