Job prospects Drywall Applicator near Edmonton (AB)

Over the past few years (2022-2024), there was a major labour shortage for Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers near Edmonton (AB). There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be Moderate for plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers (NOC 73102) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 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.

• The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
• Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.
• Provincial infrastructure spending for the upgrade and construction of health care facilities and schools will support employment opportunities in non-residential construction for the forecast period.

Here are some key facts about plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 1,630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

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