Apartment building maintenance worker NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for apartment building maintenance worker.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for apartment building maintenance worker is 73201 (General building maintenance workers and building superintendents), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
73201
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73201 covers
General building maintenance workers perform tasks related to the general maintenance of buildings. They execute minor repair work, maintain equipment and installations and perform preventive inspection of systems relating to building mechanics. Building superintendents employed in large establishments are responsible for the operation of the establishment and may also supervise other workers. They are employed by office and apartment building management companies, condominium corporations, educational institutions, health care facilities, recreational and shopping facilities, religious, industrial and other establishments.
| Unit group | 73201 — General building maintenance workers and building superintendents |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 3 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or 6+ months of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
- Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
- Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and make minor purchases as required
- Respond to requests from residents for minor repairs
- Perform daily inspections on the building systems
- Provide general assistance to skilled trade persons such as mechanics, electricians, carpenters and plumbers
To use NOC 73201 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 73201 →
Other job titles under NOC 73201
- Building superintendent
- Building operator - maintenance
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 73201, one of these may fit better:
- Air carrier maintenance inspector — NOC 22231 (Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers, TEER 2)
- Apartment rental agent — NOC 13101 (Property administrators, TEER 3)
- Avionics maintenance technician — NOC 22313 (Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors, TEER 2)
- Building cleaning supervisor — NOC 62024 (Cleaning supervisors, TEER 2)
- Building construction inspector — NOC 22233 (Construction inspectors, TEER 2)
- Building exterior cleaner — NOC 65311 (Specialized cleaners, TEER 5)
- Building insulator — NOC 72321 (Insulators, TEER 2)
- Building materials technician — NOC 22300 (Civil engineering technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for apartment building maintenance worker?+
In NOC 2021, "apartment building maintenance worker" is an example title in unit group 73201 — General building maintenance workers and building superintendents. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is apartment building maintenance worker eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73201 is TEER 3, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does apartment building maintenance worker get extra CRS points?+
NOC 73201 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a apartment building maintenance worker get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 73201 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says apartment building maintenance worker but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 73201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.