Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers in South Central

The employment outlook will be Moderate for plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers (NOC 73102) in the South Central 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.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers in the South Central region:

• Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): more than 95%