Transport truck drivers in North Central

The employment outlook will be Moderate for transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• 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 transport truck drivers in the North Central region:

• Approximately 1,730 people work in this occupation.
• Transport truck drivers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 73%
  • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 7%