Cement finisher apprentice NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for cement finisher apprentice.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for cement finisher apprentice is 73100 (Concrete finishers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Trades category draws.
NOC code
73100
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Trades
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73100 covers
Concrete finishers smooth and finish freshly poured concrete, apply curing or surface treatments and install, maintain and restore various masonry structures such as foundations, floors, ceilings, sidewalks, roads, patios and high-rise buildings. They are employed by construction companies, cement and concrete contractors and manufacturers of precast concrete products, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 73100 — Concrete finishers |
|---|---|
| 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
- Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materials and direct placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to grade
- Fill hollows and remove high spots to smooth freshly poured concrete
- Operate power vibrator to compact concrete
- Level top surface of concrete according to grade and depth specifications using straightedge or float
- Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools
- Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete
To use NOC 73100 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 73100 →
Other job titles under NOC 73100
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If your duties don't match NOC 73100, one of these may fit better:
- Appliance service technician apprentice — NOC 72421 (Appliance servicers and repairers, TEER 2)
- Apprentice bricklayer — NOC 72320 (Bricklayers, TEER 2)
- Apprentice carpenter — NOC 72310 (Carpenters, TEER 2)
- Apprentice cook — NOC 63200 (Cooks, TEER 3)
- Apprentice electrician — NOC 72200 (Electricians (except industrial and power system), TEER 2)
- Apprentice embalmer — NOC 62201 (Funeral directors and embalmers, TEER 2)
- Apprentice industrial instrument mechanic — NOC 22312 (Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics, TEER 2)
- Apprentice motor vehicle mechanic — NOC 72410 (Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers, 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 cement finisher apprentice?+
In NOC 2021, "cement finisher apprentice" is an example title in unit group 73100 — Concrete finishers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is cement finisher apprentice eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73100 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 cement finisher apprentice get extra CRS points?+
NOC 73100 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 cement finisher apprentice get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 73100 is on IRCC's list for Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says cement finisher apprentice 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 73100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.