Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in Ottawa

The employment outlook will be Moderate for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 72402) 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.
• 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 heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics in the Ottawa region:

• Approximately 2,490 people work in this occupation.
• Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 83%