72011

Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Contractors and supervisors in electrical trades and telecommunications occupations supervise and coordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Electricians (72200), Industrial electricians (72201), Power system electricians (72202), Electrical power line and cable workers (72203), Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers (72204) and Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians (72205). They are employed in a wide range of establishments; places of employment are indicated in the above unit group descriptions. Contractors may be self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who install, repair and maintain electrical wiring, fixtures and control devices, power systems, telecommunication systems and cablevision systems
Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments or subcontractors
Requisition materials and supplies
Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
Train or arrange for training of workers
Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed
Prepare work progress reports
May manage the operations of their own companies
May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, helpers and labourers
Small businesses' contractors may execute tasks within their trade area of expertise, which is generally not the case for supervisors or contractors associated with a medium or large business.

Example job titles

•cable maintenance and repair supervisor
•cablevision technicians foreman/woman
•construction electricians foreman/woman
•electrical contractor
•industrial electrical systems foreman/woman
•plant electrician supervisor
•power line and cable workers foreman/woman
•power systems electricians foreman/woman

Overview

NOC 72011 (Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations) is classified as a TEER 2 occupation under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. This unit group comprises individuals who supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in electrical trades, telecommunications, and cable television industries. They are primarily employed by electrical contractors, telecommunications carriers, and maintenance departments of various industrial and commercial establishments.

To meet the employment requirements for NOC 72011, candidates typically need completion of secondary school, several years of experience as a qualified journeyperson in a relevant trade, and, in some jurisdictions, appropriate trade certification. As a TEER 2 occupation, NOC 72011 is highly relevant for Canadian immigration pathways, including the Express Entry Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) for official guidelines.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.