Mechanical assemblers and inspectors in Thompson - Okanagan

The employment outlook will be Moderate for mechanical assemblers and inspectors (NOC 94204) in the Thompson - Okanagan 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 small 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 mechanical assemblers and inspectors in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Mechanical assemblers and inspectors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 69%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 17%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 14%