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NOC 65311 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Specialized cleaners. It is classified TEER 5 — Short work demonstration, no formal education, which does not meet the skill requirement for Express Entry's federal programs. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.
Classification
Sales & service
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Definition
Specialized cleaners clean and refurbish building exteriors, carpets, chimneys, industrial equipment, ventilation systems, windows and other surfaces, using specialized equipment and techniques. They are employed by specialized cleaning service companies or they may be self-employed.
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Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 65311 classifies Specialized Cleaners. This occupation falls under TEER 5 and includes individuals who clean carpets, upholstery, windows, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces using specialized equipment and chemical solutions. Typical job titles under this classification include carpet cleaners, chimney sweeps, window washers, and vehicle detailers. They are primarily employed by cleaning contractors, service companies, or they may be self-employed.
To qualify under NOC 65311, candidates must perform core duties such as operating specialized cleaning machinery, mixing chemical cleaning solutions, and working at heights for window cleaning. While there are no formal academic requirements, some high school education or on-the-job training is typically expected. For Canadian immigration, TEER 5 occupations are eligible for specific provincial nominee programs (PNPs), the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), and other regional immigration pathways.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Not for Express Entry's federal skilled programs — Specialized cleaners is TEER 5, and TEER 4–5 occupations don't meet that skill level. Provincial streams and other pathways may still be open; run the eligibility check to see which.
Specialized cleaners is classified as TEER 5 — Short work demonstration, no formal education. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.