Freight car cleaner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for freight car cleaner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for freight car cleaner is 65311 (Specialized cleaners), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
65311
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 65311 covers
Specialized cleaners clean and refurbish building exteriors, carpets, chimneys, industrial equipment, ventilation systems, windows and other surfaces, using specialized equipment and techniques. They are employed by specialized cleaning service companies or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 65311 — Specialized cleaners |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Carpet and upholstery cleaners
- Operate cleaning machines to clean carpets, rugs and upholstered furniture on customers' premises or in carpet and upholstery cleaning establishments.
- Chimney cleaners and sandblasters
- Clean soot and creosote from chimneys and fireplaces using hand tools and industrial vacuum cleaners
- Clean building exteriors, tanks, and industrial equipment using sandblasting, pressurized steam or hydroblasting equipment.
- Furnace and ventilation system cleaners
To use NOC 65311 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 65311 →
Other job titles under NOC 65311
- Auto detailer
- Building exterior cleaner
- Carpet cleaner
- Chimney cleaner
- Furnace cleaner
- Laboratory equipment cleaner
- Sandblaster
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 65311, one of these may fit better:
- Cleaner — NOC 65310 (Light duty cleaners, TEER 5)
- Drapery cleaner — NOC 65320 (Dry cleaning, laundry and related occupations, TEER 5)
- Dry cleaner — NOC 65320 (Dry cleaning, laundry and related occupations, TEER 5)
- Freight forwarding logistician — NOC 13201 (Production and transportation logistics coordinators, TEER 3)
- Freight forwarding manager — NOC 70020 (Managers in transportation, TEER 0)
- Freight receiver — NOC 14400 (Shippers and receivers, TEER 4)
- Freight sales agent — NOC 64101 (Sales and account representatives - wholesale trade (non-technical), TEER 4)
- Freight shipper — NOC 14400 (Shippers and receivers, 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 freight car cleaner?+
In NOC 2021, "freight car cleaner" is an example title in unit group 65311 — Specialized cleaners. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is freight car cleaner eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 65311 is TEER 5. 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 freight car cleaner get extra CRS points?+
NOC 65311 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 freight car cleaner get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 65311 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 freight car cleaner 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 65311. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.