Records technician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for records technician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for records technician is 12112 (Records management technicians), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12112
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12112 covers
Records management technicians operate and maintain systems for the collection, classification, retrieval and retention of records, images, documents and information. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors.
| Unit group | 12112 — Records management technicians |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Implement and update records classification, retention and disposal scheduling plans
- Classify, code, cross-reference, log and store records
- Develop document inventories and maintain indexes for classification systems
- Operate information retrieval systems to research and extract records according to established guidelines in response to requests
- Label, prepare and transfer information files according to established records management life-cycle procedures and schedules
- Maintain access lists for security classified records
To use NOC 12112 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 12112 →
Other job titles under NOC 12112
- Information management technician
- Microfilm records searcher
- Records classifier
- Records digitizing technician
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 12112, one of these may fit better:
- Aircraft records clerk — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, TEER 4)
- Health records technician — NOC 12111 (Health information management occupations, TEER 2)
- Medical records clerk — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, TEER 4)
- Medical records unit supervisor — NOC 12111 (Health information management occupations, TEER 2)
- Records administrator — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
- Records office supervisor — NOC 12010 (Supervisors, general office and administrative support 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 records technician?+
In NOC 2021, "records technician" is an example title in unit group 12112 — Records management technicians. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is records technician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12112 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 records technician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12112 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 records technician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12112 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 records technician 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 12112. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.