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Agriculture & Food
NOC 82030 · Operates farm machinery such as tractors and combines for crop production and harvesting.
Salary (CAD/yr)
$35,000 – $55,000
TEER level
TEER 3
High school + short training — Express Entry eligible
CRS impact
340 – 410
Agriculture category + Agri-Food Pilot
Top provinces
Saskatchewan, Alberta
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Agricultural Equipment Operator (NOC 82030) is classified as TEER 3 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).
Standard pathways: Express Entry (FSWP / CEC), Provincial Nominee Programs in Saskatchewan & Alberta, and (where employer-driven) the Atlantic Immigration Program.
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IRCC matches your primary duties — not your job title — to the NOC. If your duties match, alternate titles are accepted.
Yes — Agricultural Equipment Operator (NOC 82030) is TEER 3, which qualifies for Express Entry under FSWP, CEC and FSTP where applicable.
Aim for CRS 340 – 410 via the Agriculture category + Agri-Food Pilot. Lowest published cut-offs in 2025-26 (~355).
Top hiring provinces: Saskatchewan, Alberta, Ontario.
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