Job prospects Parcel Delivery Driver in the South Central Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Delivery and courier service drivers in the South Central Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors (NOC 75201) in the South Central region for the 2023-2025 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 Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors in the South Central region:

• Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 45%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 8%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology