Job outlooks for Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers

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sprinkler fitter (72301)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 67%
      • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 5%
    • 23% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 77% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 31 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 70% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 8%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 323, 325-327, 331, 334-335, 337, 339): 6%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • A moderate number of 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 74%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 11%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • A moderate number of 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 74%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 11%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • A moderate number of 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 17%

  • Prince Edward IslandUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Nova Scotia 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.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 46%
      • Ship and Boat Building (NAICS 3366): 28%
    • 45% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 55% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 7% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 59% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Annapolis Valley 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 51%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 37%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 12%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Cape Breton 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 73%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 6%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Halifax 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 530 people work in this occupation.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 47%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 45%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the North Shore 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 48%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 36%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 14%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Southern 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 57%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 34%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 7%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 57%
      • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 22%
      • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 8%
    • 36% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 64% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 10% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 63% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 17%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 54%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 31%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,900 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
    • 47% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 53% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 75% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 56%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 14%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 440 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 80%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Centre-du-Québec 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 75%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 5%

    • Côte-Nord Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Estrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 15%

    • Lanaudière Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 8%

    • Laurentides Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 93%

    • Laval Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 1,670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 12%

    • Montréal Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 1,670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 82%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

    • Outaouais Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 92%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 81%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 6%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

  • OntarioModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • The majority work in construction as building equipment contractors
    • A smaller number work in manufacturing

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Favourable levels of non-residential construction activity led by infrastructure investments will lead to work for steamfitters and pipefitters as well as sprinkler system installers for fire protection needs
    • Construction of multi-unit residential buildings to support population growth in larger urban centres and renovations to older housing developments, will support demand for new sprinkler systems
    • Investments in new and existing plants, and ongoing maintenance will create the need for new and updated piping systems

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • There are two compulsory skilled trades associated with this occupation in Ontario, named, Steamfitter, and Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Ontario:

    • Approximately 7,200 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 71%
    • 53% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 47% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 55% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 61%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 78%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 13%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 8%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 1,820 people work in this occupation.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 67%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 8%

    • London Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the London region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the London region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 85%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 6%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 77%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

    • Northeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 78%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 6%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 5%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 5%

    • Northwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 82%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 8%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 88%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 70%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 30%

    • Toronto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 1,700 people work in this occupation.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 63%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 10%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%

  • ManitobaVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 87%
    • 55% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 45% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 23% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 60% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Winnipeg Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 84%

  • SaskatchewanModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Saskatchewan 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.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 47%
      • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 18%
      • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 8%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 37% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 63% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 35 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 10% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 74% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Northern 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Northern region:

      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 50%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 16%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 11%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 8%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Prince Albert 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 50%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 16%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 11%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 8%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Regina - Moose Mountain 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 42%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 37%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 8%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Saskatoon - Biggar 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 69%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 14%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in Alberta:

    • Approximately 6,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 51%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 13%
      • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 11%
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 7%
    • 31% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 69% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 35 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 7% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 72% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 40%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 39%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 9%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 7%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 480 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 40%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 39%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 9%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 7%

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Calgary 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 1,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 56%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 10%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Camrose - Drumheller 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 48%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 15%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 10%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 7%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 2,830 people work in this occupation.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 53%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 15%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 8%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 40%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 30%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 7%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 5%

    • Red Deer Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Red Deer 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 53%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 14%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 12%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 490 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 47%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 32%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 9%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 7%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 5%

  • British ColumbiaVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 62%
      • Other Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336 except 3366): 7%
    • 56% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers work all year, while 44% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 5% of steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 64% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of 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 steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 61%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 39%

    • Kootenay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 48%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 32%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 11%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest 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.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 1,650 people work in this occupation.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 77%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Northeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Northeast 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 55%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 28%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 17%

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 62%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 11%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%
        • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 5%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 48%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 22%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 18%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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