Marble setter NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for marble setter.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for marble setter is 73101 (Tilesetters), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
73101
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73101 covers
Tilesetters cover interior and exterior walls, floors and ceilings with ceramic, marble and quarry tile, mosaics or terrazzo. They are employed by construction companies and masonry contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 73101 — Tilesetters |
|---|---|
| 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
- Prepare, measure and mark surface to be covered
- Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets
- Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel
- Set tiles in position and apply pressure to affix tiles to base
- Align and straighten tile using levels, squares and straightedges
- Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools
To use NOC 73101 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 73101 →
Other job titles under NOC 73101
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 73101, one of these may fit better:
- Brazing machine setter — NOC 72106 (Welders and related machine operators, TEER 2)
- Die setter — NOC 72999 (Other technical trades and related occupations, TEER 2)
- Marble cutter — NOC 94103 (Concrete, clay and stone forming operators, TEER 4)
- Precious stone setter — NOC 62202 (Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations, 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 marble setter?+
In NOC 2021, "marble setter" is an example title in unit group 73101 — Tilesetters. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is marble setter eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73101 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 marble setter get extra CRS points?+
NOC 73101 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 marble setter get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 73101 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 marble setter 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 73101. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.