Job prospects Fire Inspector in the Fredericton–Oromocto
Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Firefighters" in the Fredericton–Oromocto or across Canada.
Current and future job prospects
These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.
Recent trends from the past 3 years
We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Firefighters in the Fredericton–Oromocto over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.
Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology
Job outlook over the next 3 years
The employment outlook will be good for Firefighters (NOC 42101) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- While firefighter certification is not mandatory in New Brunswick, employers will generally require that candidates complete the New Brunswick Firefighter Certification Program and/or a college program in fire protection technology. A period of supervised practical training is also usually required.
- Candidates must pass approved physical abilities exams. Other requirements that are typical include certification as a Medical First Responder and certification in hazardous materials response.
- Additional training is generally provided by the employer and varies depending on the requirements of individual fire departments or services.
- Valid New Brunswick Driver's License Class 3E with Air Brake endorsement or equivalency is required.
- Candidates must undergo both a criminal record and a vulnerable sector check.
Here are some key facts about Firefighters in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:
- Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Firefighters mainly work in the following sectors:
- Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 72%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 28%
Job prospects elsewhere in Canada
Find out what will be the job prospects for Firefighters across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.
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