72200

Electricians (except industrial and power system)

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

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

7 › 72 › 722 › 7220

Definition

Electricians (except industrial and power system) lay out, assemble, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in buildings and other structures. They are employed by electrical contractors and maintenance departments of buildings and other establishments, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations
Pull wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors
Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment
Install, replace and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits
Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair
Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components
Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems
Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.

Example job titles

•apprentice electrician
•construction electrician
•construction electrician apprentice
•domestic and rural electrician
•electrician

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 72200 covers Electricians (except industrial and power system). This occupation falls under TEER 2, making it eligible for various Canadian immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) and the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) administered through the Express Entry system, as well as several Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Individuals in this unit group are primarily responsible for laying out, assembling, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and related equipment in residential, commercial, and institutional structures.

To qualify for Canadian immigration under this NOC code, applicants must meet the employment requirements defined by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). These requirements typically include the completion of secondary school and a four- to five-year apprenticeship program. Trade certification for construction electricians is compulsory in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, the Northwest Territories, and Yukon, while it is voluntary in Nunavut. Obtaining a Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified electricians, allowing for interprovincial mobility.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated immigration consultant for official guidance.

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

Commonly confused codes

72201Industrial electricians 72202Power system electricians

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