Drywall taper NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for drywall taper.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for drywall taper is 73102 (Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
73102
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73102 covers
Plasterers apply finish, and maintain and restore plaster or similar materials, on interior and exterior walls, ceilings and building partitions to produce plain or decorative surfaces. Drywall installers and finishers install and finish drywall sheets and various types of ceiling systems. Lathers install support framework for ceiling systems, interior and exterior walls and building partitions. They are employed by construction companies and by plastering, drywalling and lathing contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 73102 — Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers |
|---|---|
| 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
- Plasterers
- Clean and prepare surfaces
- Mix plaster ingredients in trough to desired consistency
- Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster using trowels, floats, brushes and spraying equipment
- Trowel or spray coats of stucco over exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces
- Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required
To use NOC 73102 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 73102 →
Other job titles under NOC 73102
- Acoustical ceiling installer
- Ceiling installer
- Drywall applicator
- Drywall finisher
- Lather
- Drywall installer and finisher apprentice
- Lather (interior systems mechanic)
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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 drywall taper?+
In NOC 2021, "drywall taper" is an example title in unit group 73102 — Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is drywall taper eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73102 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 drywall taper get extra CRS points?+
NOC 73102 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 drywall taper get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 73102 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 drywall taper 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 73102. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.