NOC 72400Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics

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

NOC 72400 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. 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.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics install, maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul and repair stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. This unit group includes industrial textile machinery mechanics and repairers. Construction millwrights are employed by millwrighting contractors. Industrial mechanics are employed in manufacturing plants, utilities and other industrial establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
Read blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
Install, align, dismantle and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces and generators according to layout plans using hand and power tools
Operate hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks and tractors to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions
Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and programmable logic controls
Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts
Operate machine tools such as lathes and grinders to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machinery
Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery
Construct foundations for machinery or direct other workers to construct foundations
Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment.
Textile machinery mechanics and repairers
Apply mechanical repair principles and procedures to make sure that machinery runs properly
Detect defects and excessive wear in machinery and identify slight differences in dimensions and shapes of component parts
Repair and overhaul electrical and mechanical systems on textile machinery and replace and align moving parts as required
Set-up and adjust complex machinery for new patterns and products
Analyze information to perform maintenance such as cleaning and lubrication of textile machinery, troubleshooting, and to test running and proper operation of machines
Confer with management to recommend equipment changes and modifications and in evaluating new equipment.

Example job titles

•card fixer
•card grinder
•construction millwright
•industrial mechanic
•industrial mechanic apprentice
•industrial sewing machine mechanic
•knitting machine mechanic
•loom fixer

Express Entry category draws

NOC 72400 is in the “Trades” group used for category-based Express Entry draws.

Latest draw: April 2, 2026
CRS cut-off: 477
Invitations: 3,000

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Overview

NOC 72400 covers Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics, which falls under TEER 2 of Canada's NOC 2021 system. These skilled tradespersons install, align, dismantle, maintain, and repair stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. They are primarily employed in manufacturing plants, utilities, and by construction contractors across Canada. Due to their essential role in industrial operations, these professionals are highly sought after across various provinces.

To qualify under NOC 72400, individuals typically require completion of secondary school and a three- to four-year apprenticeship program, or a combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some college or industry courses. Trade certification is compulsory in Quebec and Ontario, and available but voluntary in other provinces and territories. Qualified individuals can leverage their experience to apply for permanent residency through the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) within the Express Entry system, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 72400 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 72400 usually require?

Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

Is this occupation regulated in Québec?

Yes — Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics is regulated in Québec, so practising there requires recognition from the relevant professional body, and Québec immigration programs take this into account.

Do category-based Express Entry draws cover NOC 72400?

Yes — it's in the “Trades” group. The latest Trades round (April 2, 2026) invited 3000 candidates with a CRS cut-off of 477.

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