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NOC 72403 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Railway carmen/women. 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.
Classification
Trades, transport & equipment operators
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Definition
Railway carmen/women inspect, troubleshoot, maintain and repair structural and mechanical components of railway freight, passenger and urban transit rail cars. They are employed by railway transport companies and urban transit systems. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, railway carmen/women are classified under NOC code 72403. This occupation falls under TEER Category 2, making skilled workers in this field eligible for key Canadian immigration pathways, including the Express Entry system under the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These professionals play a vital role in Canada's transportation infrastructure by inspecting, repairing, and maintaining passenger, freight, and transit railway cars.
To qualify under NOC 72403, applicants must demonstrate they can perform the core duties established by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Typical responsibilities include performing scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and testing air brakes and other safety components. Generally, completion of secondary school alongside a three- to four-year apprenticeship program, or a combination of several years of work experience in the trade and industry training, is required to meet Canadian standards.
Prospective immigrants must also fulfill language proficiency benchmarks and obtain an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) where applicable. Securing a valid job offer or obtaining a provincial nomination can significantly increase an applicant's Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, streamlining the path to permanent residency.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Railway carmen/women 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.
Railway carmen/women 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.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.