Cage tender NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for cage tender.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for cage tender is 84100 (Underground mine service and support workers), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
84100
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 84100 covers
Underground mine service and support workers perform a range of duties related to the operation of orepasses, chutes and conveyor systems, the construction and support of underground structures, passages and roadways, and the supply of materials and supplies to support underground mining. They are employed by coal, metal and non-metallic mineral mines.
| Unit group | 84100 — Underground mine service and support workers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Operate and maintain ore chutes or conveyor systems to control flow of ore or coal in underground mine
- Operate construction equipment such as bulldozer, grader or backhoe to build and maintain underground passages and haulageways
- Construct and repair wood or metal supports and structures such as bulkheads, platforms, drift doors and chutes using construction and mining tools
- Attach and extend ventilation and water pipes and related mine services
- Assist miners in setting up and operating various drills and other mining machinery
- Supply and maintain backfill distribution of sand, rock or other materials
To use NOC 84100 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 84100 →
Other job titles under NOC 84100
- Backfiller - underground mining
- Blaster helper - underground mining
- Conveyor operator - underground mining
- Crusher operator - underground mining
- Driller helper - underground mining
- Haulageman/woman - underground mining
- Lamp keeper - underground mining
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 84100, one of these may fit better:
- Cigarette machine tender — NOC 94140 (Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing, TEER 4)
- Nail making machine tender — NOC 94107 (Machine operators of other metal products, TEER 4)
- Veneer dryer tender — NOC 94129 (Other wood processing machine operators, TEER 4)
- Water intake tender — NOC 95102 (Labourers in chemical products processing and utilities, TEER 5)
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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 cage tender?+
In NOC 2021, "cage tender" is an example title in unit group 84100 — Underground mine service and support workers. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations" broad category.
Is cage tender eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 84100 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does cage tender get extra CRS points?+
NOC 84100 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 cage tender get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 84100 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 cage tender 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 84100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.