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    Crane Operator

    NOC 72500 · Operates cranes to lift, move, position, or place equipment and materials.

    TEER 2 Express Entry Eligible CRS 350 – 420

    Salary (CAD/yr)

    $65,000 – $110,000

    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, British Columbia

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    Express Entry eligibility

    Crane Operator (NOC 72500) 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 72500

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

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    Alternate job titles

    Tower Crane OperatorMobile Crane OperatorHoist Operator

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

    FAQ — NOC 72500

    Is NOC 72500 (Crane Operator) eligible for Canada Express Entry?+

    Yes — Crane Operator (NOC 72500) is TEER 2, which qualifies for Express Entry under FSWP, CEC and FSTP where applicable.

    What CRS score do I need for NOC 72500?+

    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 Crane Operator?+

    Top hiring provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario.