Railway car inspector NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for railway car inspector.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for railway car inspector is 72403 (Railway carmen/women), 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
72403
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 72403 covers
Railway carmen/women inspect, troubleshoot, maintain and repair structural and mechanical components of railway freight, passenger and urban transit rail cars. They are employed by railway transport companies and urban transit systems. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 72403 — Railway carmen/women |
|---|---|
| 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
- Inspect interior and exterior components of freight, passenger and urban transit rail cars to determine defects and extent of wear and damage
- Repair and install railway car parts such as compressors, air valves, bearings, couplings, air cylinders and piping
- Repair and maintain electrical and electronic controls for propulsion and braking systems
- Repair defective or damaged metal and wood components, using hand and power tools
- Repair and repaint wooden fixtures
- Replace damaged windows and repair upholstery
To use NOC 72403 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 72403 →
Other job titles under NOC 72403
- Rail vehicle mechanic
- Railway carman/woman
- Railway carman/woman apprentice
- Streetcar and subway car mechanic
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 72403, one of these may fit better:
- Agricultural products inspector — NOC 22111 (Agricultural and fish products inspectors, TEER 2)
- Air carrier maintenance inspector — NOC 22231 (Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers, TEER 2)
- Air transport inspector — NOC 22231 (Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers, TEER 2)
- Aircraft assembly inspector — NOC 93200 (Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors, TEER 3)
- Aircraft inspector — NOC 72404 (Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft instrument inspector — NOC 22313 (Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft repair shop inspector — NOC 72404 (Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors, TEER 2)
- Airworthiness inspector — NOC 22231 (Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers, 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 railway car inspector?+
In NOC 2021, "railway car inspector" is an example title in unit group 72403 — Railway carmen/women. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is railway car inspector eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 72403 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 railway car inspector get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 72403 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 railway car inspector get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 72403 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 railway car inspector 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 72403. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.