Residential and Commercial Installers and Servicers

(NOC 7441)

in All Trades and Transportation

Workers in this group install and service a wide variety of interior and exterior prefabricated products like windows, doors, electrical appliances, water heaters, fences, play structures and septic and irrigation systems at residential, commercial, or institutional properties. They work for companies specializing in specific product installation and service.

Job Outlook

Good

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  • Estimate Strong growth employment change, 2021-2023
  • Estimate 180 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
  • Estimate Moderate rate of unemployment in 2022

Compared to: All Trades and Transportation

  • Estimate 4040 employment change, 2021-2023
  • Estimate 8425 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
  • Estimate rate of unemployment not available for these occupation.

As with other occupations related to housing construction, installers are in high demand, particularly in the Halifax area. Opportunities sometimes relate to the installation of a specific type of product, which can limit the relevance of a jobseeker’s previous experience. Some employers provide on-the-job training, while others may require certification.

Hourly Pay

$16.00

Minimum

$22.00

Median

$30.00

Maximum

Annual Pay

$2,675

Minimum

$26,079

Median

$53,238

Maximum

Compared to: All Trades and Transportation

Hourly Pay

$15.00

Minimum

$24.00

Median

$37.00

Maximum

Annual Pay

$7,580

Minimum

$37,269

Median

$79,787

Maximum

About the job

Nature of work

Workers in this group install and service a wide variety of interior and exterior prefabricated products like windows, doors, electrical appliances, water heaters, fences, play structures and septic and irrigation systems at residential, commercial, or institutional properties. They work for companies specializing in specific product installation and service.

Job duties

Installers and servicers:

  • Read blueprints or work order specifications to determine layout and installation procedures.
  • Measure and mark guidelines to be used for installations.
  • Install, repair and service interior prefabricated products like doors, windows, kitchen cupboards, bathroom vanities, water heaters and household appliances using hand and power tools.
  • Install, repair and service exterior prefabricated products like siding, shutters, awnings, fencing, decks, septic and irrigation systems, signs and play structures using hand and power tools.

Sample job titles

  • deck installer
  • hot water heater installer
  • kitchen cabinet installer
  • satellite dish installer
  • septic selectors/designers
  • septic system installer
  • siding installer
  • solar heating technician
  • swimming pool installer
  • window installer

Skills

  • You should be in good physical condition and comfortable working outdoors and at varying heights. Basic mathematical skills are needed to make accurate measurements. You must be able to follow instructions and work well with others. The ability to read blueprints is also an asset.

Job requirements

  • Some high school education is usually required.
  • On-the-job training and several months of related installing, repairing or servicing experience are usually required.
  • A driver's licence may be required.

Other considerations

  • There is some mobility among the various types of installers and servicers in this group.

By the numbers

Quick look

1,045

employed in 2016

80.9%

employed full-time

19.6%

self employed

3.3%
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96.7%
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43.6

median age

Compared to: All Trades and Transportation

57,925

employed in 2016

85.9%

employed full-time

11.8%

self employed

5.3%
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94.7%
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46.8

median age

Where will I likely work?

49.5%

Halifax

$29,878 median annual income
17.8%

Annapolis Valley

$21,104 median annual income
12.0%

Cape Breton

$21,163 median annual income
11.1%

North Shore

$17,065 median annual income
9.6%

Southern

$30,862 median annual income

Compared to: All NS Occupations

47.0%

Halifax

15.6%

North Shore

12.9%

Annapolis Valley

12.7%

Cape Breton

11.8%

Southern

Top Industries of Employment

54.5%

Construction

12.7%

Retail trade

9.7%

Manufacturing

7.3%

Wholesale trade

4.2%

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

What is the age of Employment?

24.0%

45-54

22.0%

25-34

16.0%

15-24

15.0%

55-64

14.0%

35-44

9.0%

65+

Compared to: All Trades and Transportation

24.4%

45-54

22.1%

55-64

17.7%

35-44

17.7%

25-34

10.9%

15-24

Top levels of education

40.4%

High school

$29,750 median annual income
20.2%

Less than high school

$20,739 median annual income
16.8%

Trade Certification

$27,762 median annual income
13.0%

College Diploma

$23,545 median annual income
7.2%

Bachelor

$22,059 median annual income

Compared to: All Trades and Transportation

29.2%

Trade Certification

$46,494 median annual income
25.5%

High school

$31,260 median annual income
22.3%

College Diploma

$42,050 median annual income
18.7%

Less than high school

$28,319 median annual income
2.8%

Bachelor

$30,527 median annual income

Education & training

High School Diploma or Equivalent

High School Program

Adults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.

Institutions providing this program

Universite Sainte-Anne

Pointe-de-l'Église, NS

Nova Scotia Community College

Various, NS

Adult High Schools

Various, NS

Community Learning Organizations

Various, NS

Employment requirements & contacts

Regulations

Septic Installers

Compulsory Certification (Mandatory): This is a regulated designated trade in Nova Scotia. Individuals must hold a Certification of Qualification, be a registered apprentice, or hold a temporary work permit to legally work in this trade.

Regulating body:
Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change
Halifax, NS
Septic Selectors/Designers

Compulsory Certification (Mandatory): This is a regulated designated trade in Nova Scotia. Individuals must hold a Certification of Qualification, be a registered apprentice, or hold a temporary work permit to legally work in this trade.

Regulating body:
Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change
Halifax, NS

Contacts

Construction Association of Nova Scotia
Dartmouth, NS
Nova Scotia Construction Safety Council
Dartmouth, NS
Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council
Halifax, NS
Atlantic Home Building and Renovation Sector Council
Halifax, NS

Additional resources

There are no additional resources for this occupation.