Forest fire technician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for forest fire technician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for forest fire technician is 22112 (Forestry technologists and technicians), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
22112
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 22112 covers
Forestry technologists and technicians may work independently or perform technical and supervisory functions in support of forestry research, forest management, forest harvesting, forest resource conservation and environmental protection. They are employed by the forest industry sector, provincial and federal governments, consulting firms, and other industries and institutions, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 22112 — Forestry technologists and technicians |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Conduct, supervise and participate in forest inventory cruises, surveys and field measurements following accepted scientific and operational procedures
- Assist and perform technical functions in the preparation of forest management and harvest plans using photogrammetric and mapping techniques and computerized information systems
- Assist in planning and supervise construction of access routes and forest roads
- Implement, supervise and perform technical functions in silvicultural operations involving site preparation, planting, and tending of tree crops
- Coordinate activities such as timber scaling, forest fire suppression, disease or insect control or pre-commercial thinning of forest stands
- Supervise and perform technical functions in forest harvesting operations
To use NOC 22112 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 22112 →
Other job titles under NOC 22112
- Forest inventory resource officer
- Forest survey technician
- Conservation technician - forestry
- Cruising technician - forestry
- Enforcement officer - forestry
- Extension ranger - forestry
- Fire suppression officer - forestry
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 22112, one of these may fit better:
- Deputy fire chief — NOC 40041 (Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers, TEER 0)
- District fire chief — NOC 40041 (Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers, TEER 0)
- Fire captain — NOC 42101 (Firefighters, TEER 2)
- Fire chief — NOC 40041 (Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers, TEER 0)
- Fire prevention engineer — NOC 21321 (Industrial and manufacturing engineers, TEER 1)
- Fire protection mechanic — NOC 72301 (Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers, TEER 2)
- Fire sprinkler fitter — NOC 72301 (Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers, TEER 2)
- Forest firefighter — NOC 84111 (Silviculture and forestry workers, 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 forest fire technician?+
In NOC 2021, "forest fire technician" is an example title in unit group 22112 — Forestry technologists and technicians. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is forest fire technician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 22112 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 forest fire technician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 22112 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 forest fire technician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 22112 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 forest fire technician 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 22112. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.