Renovation carpenter NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for renovation carpenter.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for renovation carpenter is 72310 (Carpenters), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Trades category draws.
NOC code
72310
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Trades
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 72310 covers
Carpenters construct, erect, install, maintain and repair structures and components of structures made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials. They are employed by construction companies, carpentry contractors, and maintenance departments of factories, plants and other establishments, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 72310 — Carpenters |
|---|---|
| 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 blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements
- Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
- Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
- Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware
- Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments
To use NOC 72310 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 72310 →
Other job titles under NOC 72310
- Apprentice carpenter
- Carpenter
- Carpenter-joiner
- Finish carpenter
- Maintenance carpenter
- Journeyman/woman carpenter
- Metal framer - carpentry
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 72310, one of these may fit better:
- Carpenter helper — NOC 75110 (Construction trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Carpenter supervisor — NOC 72013 (Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades, TEER 2)
- Home renovation contractor — NOC 70011 (Home building and renovation managers, TEER 0)
- Renovation contractor — NOC 70011 (Home building and renovation managers, TEER 0)
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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 renovation carpenter?+
In NOC 2021, "renovation carpenter" is an example title in unit group 72310 — Carpenters. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is renovation carpenter eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 72310 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 renovation carpenter get extra CRS points?+
NOC 72310 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 renovation carpenter get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 72310 is on IRCC's list for Trades Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says renovation carpenter 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 72310. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.