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    Plumber

    NOC 72320 · Installs and repairs pipes and fixtures for water, gas, steam, and waste disposal systems.

    TEER 2 Express Entry Eligible CRS 350 – 420

    Salary (CAD/yr)

    $60,000 – $95,000

    TEER level

    TEER 2

    College diploma or 2+ year apprenticeship — Express Entry eligible

    CRS impact

    350 – 420

    Trades or Transport category-based draw

    Top provinces

    Alberta, Ontario

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    Express Entry eligibility

    Plumber (NOC 72320) is classified as TEER 2 and is eligible for Canada's Express Entry system. Your work in this NOC counts toward the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). It also qualifies for the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).

    • TEER mapping: TEER 2 — College diploma or 2+ year apprenticeship — Express Entry eligible
    • Best draw category: Trades or Transport category-based draw
    • CRS impact: Aim for 350 – 420. Trades draws have cleared at CRS 360; transport draws around 435.

    PR pathways for NOC 72320

    Standard pathways: Express Entry (FSWP / CEC / FSTP), Provincial Nominee Programs in Alberta & Ontario, and (where employer-driven) the Atlantic Immigration Program.

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    Alternate job titles

    SteamfitterPipefitterGasfitterPlumbing Contractor

    IRCC matches your primary duties — not your job title — to the NOC. If your duties match, alternate titles are accepted.

    FAQ — NOC 72320

    Is NOC 72320 (Plumber) eligible for Canada Express Entry?+

    Yes — Plumber (NOC 72320) is TEER 2, which qualifies for Express Entry under FSWP, CEC and FSTP where applicable.

    What CRS score do I need for NOC 72320?+

    Aim for CRS 350 – 420 via the Trades or Transport category-based draw. Trades draws have cleared at CRS 360; transport draws around 435.

    Which provinces hire Plumber?+

    Top hiring provinces: Alberta, Ontario, British Columbia.