73201

General building maintenance workers and building superintendents

TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

General building maintenance workers perform tasks related to the general maintenance of buildings. They execute minor repair work, maintain equipment and installations and perform preventive inspection of systems relating to building mechanics. Building superintendents employed in large establishments are responsible for the operation of the establishment and may also supervise other workers. They are employed by office and apartment building management companies, condominium corporations, educational institutions, health care facilities, recreational and shopping facilities, religious, industrial and other establishments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and make minor purchases as required
Respond to requests from residents for minor repairs
Perform daily inspections on the building systems
Provide general assistance to skilled trade persons such as mechanics, electricians, carpenters and plumbers
Coordinate the preparation of housing units prior to the arrival of new residents
Ensure that security and safety measures are in place in the establishment
May advertise vacancies, show apartments and offices to prospective tenants and collect rent
May process lease or rental applications, including completion of background and credit checks
May move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
May supervise other workers.

Example job titles

•apartment building maintenance worker
•building operator - maintenance
•building superintendent

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, general building maintenance workers and building superintendents are classified under NOC code 73201. This occupation falls under TEER 3, making skilled workers in this field eligible for several Canadian economic immigration pathways, including the Express Entry system (under the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class) as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These professionals are key to maintaining the structural and mechanical integrity of residential, commercial, and institutional properties across Canada.

According to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), key responsibilities for NOC 73201 include inspecting, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, plumbing, and electrical systems. Workers in this role also perform minor carpentry, painting, and masonry tasks, and may supervise other maintenance staff in larger facilities. Employment requirements generally include secondary school completion, several years of experience in building maintenance or a related trade, and occasionally specific provincial certifications for boiler or systems operation.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. For official and updated guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional.

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