Deckhand NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for deckhand.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for deckhand is 74201 (Water transport deck and engine room crew), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
74201
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 74201 covers
Water transport deck and engine room crew stand watch, operate and maintain deck equipment, perform other deck and bridge duties and assist ship engineer officers to operate, maintain and repair engines, machinery and auxiliary equipment aboard ships or self-propelled vessels. They are employed by marine transportation companies and federal government departments.
| Unit group | 74201 — Water transport deck and engine room crew |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Deck crew - water transport
- Stand watch and steer ship or self-propelled vessel under the direction of the officer on watch
- Operate, maintain and repair deck equipment such as winches, cranes, derricks and hawsers
- Clean, chip and paint deck surfaces
- Handle mooring lines, and splice and repair ropes, wire cables and other cordage
- Load, discharge and secure ship cargo.
To use NOC 74201 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 74201 →
Other job titles under NOC 74201
- Marine engine oiler
- Marine engineering mechanic
- Ship stoker
- Able seaman/woman (except armed forces)
- Boatswain - water transport
- Engine room crew member - ship
- Helmsman/woman - water transport
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 74201, one of these may fit better:
- Fishing vessel deckhand — NOC 84121 (Fishing vessel deckhands, TEER 4)
- Seiner deckhand — NOC 84121 (Fishing vessel deckhands, TEER 4)
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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 deckhand?+
In NOC 2021, "deckhand" is an example title in unit group 74201 — Water transport deck and engine room crew. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is deckhand eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 74201 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 deckhand get extra CRS points?+
NOC 74201 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 deckhand get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 74201 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 deckhand 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 74201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.