Electrician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for electrician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for electrician is 72200 (Electricians (except industrial and power system)), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Trades category draws.
NOC code
72200
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Trades
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 72200 covers
Electricians (except industrial and power system) lay out, assemble, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in buildings and other structures. They are employed by electrical contractors and maintenance departments of buildings and other establishments, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 72200 — Electricians (except industrial and power system) |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations
- Pull wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors
- Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment
- Install, replace and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
- Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits
- Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair
To use NOC 72200 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 72200 →
Other job titles under NOC 72200
- Apprentice electrician
- Construction electrician
- Construction electrician apprentice
- Domestic and rural electrician
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 72200, one of these may fit better:
- Aircraft electrician — NOC 22313 (Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors, TEER 2)
- Apprentice power system electrician — NOC 72202 (Power system electricians, TEER 2)
- Industrial electrician — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, TEER 2)
- Industrial electrician apprentice — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, TEER 2)
- Marine electrician — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, TEER 2)
- Mill electrician — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, TEER 2)
- Mine electrician — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, TEER 2)
- Plant electrician — NOC 72201 (Industrial electricians, 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 electrician?+
In NOC 2021, "electrician" is an example title in unit group 72200 — Electricians (except industrial and power system). It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is electrician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 72200 is TEER 2, 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 electrician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 72200 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 electrician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 72200 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 electrician 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 72200. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.