Fishing vessel icer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for fishing vessel icer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for fishing vessel icer is 84121 (Fishing vessel deckhands), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
84121
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 84121 covers
Fishing vessel deckhands perform a variety of manual tasks on commercial fishing voyages, and maintain fishing vessels. They are employed by establishments that operate commercial fishing vessels and by self-employed fishermen/women.
| Unit group | 84121 — Fishing vessel deckhands |
|---|---|
| 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
- Prepare nets, lines and other fishing tackle, and operate fishing gear to catch fish and other marine life
- Sort, return protected species to the water, clean and pack fish in ice and stow catch in hold
- Repair nets, splice ropes and maintain fishing gear and other deck equipment
- Clean deck surfaces and fish hold
- Handle anchors and mooring lines during docking and undocking procedures
- May steer vessels to and from fishing areas
To use NOC 84121 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 84121 →
Other job titles under NOC 84121
- Fishing vessel deckhand
- Fishing vessel netmender
- Seiner deckhand
- Fishing vessel crewman/woman
- Trawlerman/woman
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 84121, one of these may fit better:
- Fishing guide — NOC 64322 (Outdoor sport and recreational guides, TEER 4)
- Fishing operations manager — NOC 80010 (Managers in natural resources production and fishing, TEER 0)
- Fishing vessel boatswain — NOC 83120 (Fishing masters and officers, TEER 3)
- Fishing vessel deck officer — NOC 83120 (Fishing masters and officers, TEER 3)
- Fishing vessel first mate — NOC 83120 (Fishing masters and officers, TEER 3)
- Fishing vessel master — NOC 83120 (Fishing masters and officers, TEER 3)
- Fishing vessel skipper — NOC 83121 (Fishermen/women, TEER 3)
- Offshore fishing vessel captain — NOC 83120 (Fishing masters and officers, TEER 3)
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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 fishing vessel icer?+
In NOC 2021, "fishing vessel icer" is an example title in unit group 84121 — Fishing vessel deckhands. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations" broad category.
Is fishing vessel icer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 84121 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 fishing vessel icer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 84121 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 fishing vessel icer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 84121 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 fishing vessel icer 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 84121. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.