Glazier and metal mechanic NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for glazier and metal mechanic.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for glazier and metal mechanic is 73111 (Glaziers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
73111
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73111 covers
Glaziers cut, fit, install and replace glass in residential, commercial and industrial buildings, on exterior walls of buildings and other structures and in furniture and other products. They are employed by construction glass installation contractors, retail service and repair shops and glass fabrication shops, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 73111 — Glaziers |
|---|---|
| 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
- Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine type and thickness of glass, frame, installation procedure and materials required
- Measure and mark glass and cut glass using glass cutters or computerized cutter
- Tint glass and create patterns on glass by etching, sandblasting or painting designs
- Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolds, rigging and hoisting equipment
- Position glass panes into frames and secure glass using clips, points or mouldings
- Assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products on walls, ceilings or exteriors of building
To use NOC 73111 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 73111 →
Other job titles under NOC 73111
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 73111, one of these may fit better:
- Air-cooled engine mechanic — NOC 72429 (Other small engine and small equipment repairers, TEER 2)
- Aircraft hydraulics mechanic — NOC 72404 (Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft instrument mechanic — NOC 22313 (Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft mechanic — NOC 72404 (Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft mechanic helper — NOC 75119 (Other trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Apprentice industrial instrument mechanic — NOC 22312 (Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics, TEER 2)
- Apprentice motor vehicle mechanic — NOC 72410 (Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers, TEER 2)
- Apprentice sheet metal worker — NOC 72102 (Sheet metal workers, 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 glazier and metal mechanic?+
In NOC 2021, "glazier and metal mechanic" is an example title in unit group 73111 — Glaziers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is glazier and metal mechanic eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73111 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 glazier and metal mechanic get extra CRS points?+
NOC 73111 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 glazier and metal mechanic get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 73111 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 glazier and metal mechanic 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 73111. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.