72102 economic 2025-2027
Vancouver Island and Coast Limited
Canada Limited
Sheet metal workers in Vancouver Island and Coast
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$24.00
/hr
Typical
$30.00
/hr
Experienced
$42.00
/hr
Average: $32.26/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Limited for sheet metal workers (NOC 72102) in the Vancouver Island and Coast 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.
- There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about sheet metal workers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:
- Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Sheet metal workers mainly work in the following sectors:
- Construction (NAICS 23): 57%
- Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 28%
- Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 9%