73301 economic 2025-2027
Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River Good
Canada Good
Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$15.00
/hr
Typical
$21.30
/hr
Experienced
$34.50
/hr
Average: $24.76/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Good for bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Employment in this sector is closely linked to population growth and increased tourism activity.
- Enrolment in elementary schools has been increasing which will create more opportunities for drivers.
Here are some key facts about bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:
- Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators mainly work in the following sectors:
- Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 69%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 25%