Roustabout NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for roustabout.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for roustabout is 85111 (Oil and gas drilling, servicing and related labourers), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
85111
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 85111 covers
Oil and gas drilling, servicing and related labourers carry out a variety of general labouring duties and operate equipment to assist in the drilling and servicing of oil and gas wells. This unit group also includes labourers who assist in geophysical prospecting for oil and gas. They are employed by drilling and well servicing contractors and by petroleum producing companies.
| Unit group | 85111 — Oil and gas drilling, servicing and related labourers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Manipulate sections of pipe or drill stem at the rig floor during drilling and during the removal and replacement of strings of pipe or drill stem and drill bit
- Maintain drilling equipment on the drill floor
- Handle, sort and move drill tools, pipe, cement and other materials
- Clean up rig areas
- Assist in setting up, taking down and transporting drilling and service rigs and service equipment
- May drive trucks to transport materials and well service equipment.
To use NOC 85111 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 85111 →
Other job titles under NOC 85111
- Leasehand
- Oil field labourer
- Roughneck
- Service rig helper
- Shakerhand
- Floorman/woman - oil and gas drilling
- Swamper - oil and gas
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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 roustabout?+
In NOC 2021, "roustabout" is an example title in unit group 85111 — Oil and gas drilling, servicing and related labourers. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations" broad category.
Is roustabout eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 85111 is TEER 5. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does roustabout get extra CRS points?+
NOC 85111 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 roustabout get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 85111 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 roustabout 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 85111. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.