Job prospects Maintenance Painter in the South Central Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the South Central 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 good for Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112) in the South Central region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Several 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 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) in the South Central region:

• Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology