Job prospects Heavy Diesel Engine Mechanic in the Northeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Northeast Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Heavy-duty equipment mechanics (NOC 72401) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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.

Here are some key facts about Heavy-duty equipment mechanics in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 2,570 people work in this occupation.
• Heavy-duty equipment mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 24%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 14%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 12%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology