Job prospects Oiler - Automotive Service in the Calgary Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Other automotive mechanical installers and servicers in the Calgary Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers (NOC 74203) in the Calgary region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• 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.

Here are some key facts about Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 860 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 54%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 27%
  • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology