Insulation mechanic NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for insulation mechanic.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for insulation mechanic is 72321 (Insulators), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 3): +20 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 50 for a job offer.
NOC code
72321
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 72321 covers
Insulators apply insulation materials to plumbing, air-handling, heating, cooling and refrigeration systems, piping equipment and pressure vessels, and walls, floors and ceilings of buildings and other structures, to prevent or reduce the passage of heat, cold, sound or fire. They are employed by construction companies and insulation contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 72321 — Insulators |
|---|---|
| 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 and specifications to determine insulation requirements and select type of insulation required
- Measure and cut insulating material to required dimensions using hand and power tools
- Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods
- Fit insulation around obstructions and between studs and joists
- Install vapour barriers
- Apply waterproofing cement over insulating materials to finish surfaces
To use NOC 72321 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 72321 →
Other job titles under NOC 72321
- Boiler and pipe insulator
- Building insulator
- Firestopping insulator
- Heat and frost insulator
- Insulation applicator
- Insulator
- Insulator apprentice
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 72321, 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)
- Automobile mechanic — NOC 72410 (Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers, 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 insulation mechanic?+
In NOC 2021, "insulation mechanic" is an example title in unit group 72321 — Insulators. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is insulation mechanic eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 72321 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 insulation mechanic get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 72321 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 3. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 20 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 50 (whichever is higher).
Can a insulation mechanic get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 72321 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 insulation 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 72321. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.