Job prospects Bus Operator near Edmonton (AB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators near Edmonton (AB). 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 Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Edmonton 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 Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 3,450 people work in this occupation.
• Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 86%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology