Job prospects Concrete Finisher Apprentice in the Edmonton Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Concrete finishers in the Edmonton Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Concrete finishers (NOC 73100) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many 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.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Concrete finishers in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Concrete finishers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 90%
  • Non-metallic mineral product manufacturing (NAICS 327): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology