Chemical Products Processing and Utilities Labourers
(NOC 9613)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesChemical products processing and utilities labourers carry out a variety of material handling, cleaning and routine general labour activities. They work for petroleum and natural gas processing, pipeline and petrochemical, chemical and pharmaceutical companies, and by electrical, water and waste treatment utilities and services.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Labourers in Chemical Products Processing and Utilities most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 40% of Labourers in Chemical Products Processing and Utilities who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $41,530. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$12.95
Minimum$20.47
Median$33.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$14,548
Minimum$34,691
Median$89,358
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$13.00
Minimum$23.91
Median$35.04
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Chemical products processing and utilities labourers carry out a variety of material handling, cleaning and routine general labour activities. They work for petroleum and natural gas processing, pipeline and petrochemical, chemical and pharmaceutical companies, and by electrical, water and waste treatment utilities and services.
Job duties
Chemical products processing and utilities labourers:
- Feed and unload production machinery and equipment.
- Clean chemical processing machines and equipment and production areas.
- Move, sort and pile materials and products manually and using powered equipment.
- Help other workers to use, repair and maintain process equipment, gas distribution, water filtration and waste plant equipment.
- Do general duties like basic construction, painting and other manual tasks.
Sample job titles
- coating machine feeder
- filter cleaner
- helper
- labourer
- loader
- retort unloader
- still cleaner
- water intake tender
- waterworks labourer
Skills
You should have good physical health. You must be able to take direction and carry out instructions given by a supervisor.
Job requirements
- High school may be required.
Other considerations
Work in these jobs is generally seasonal. Shifts at various hours of the day or on a part-time basis is common. Movement to operator positions is possible with experience and the appropriate qualifications. There is movement among jobs in this group.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Cape Breton
Southern
North Shore
Halifax
Annapolis Valley
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Construction
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
25-34
15-24
35-44
45-54
65+
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$32,956 median annual incomeLess than high school
$36,991 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$67,118 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult High School Siploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramThe Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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