National Occupational Classification, TEER 2
NOC 22220: Computer network and web technicians
Computer network technicians establish, operate, maintain and coordinate the use of local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs), mainframe networks, hardware, software and related computer equipment. Below are the main duties, all 26 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 22220?
NOC 22220 is the code for computer network and web technicians in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include computer network technician, data centre operator, Internet Web site technician and local area network (LAN) administrator. It is a TEER 2 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $36.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 22220
- TEER
- 2: College diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years
- Broad category
- Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $36.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 22220
Computer network technicians establish, operate, maintain and coordinate the use of local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs), mainframe networks, hardware, software and related computer equipment. Web technicians set up and maintain internet, extranet and intranet web sites and web server hardware and software, and monitor and optimize network connectivity and performance. They are employed in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors. Computer network technicians who are supervisors are included in this group.
Main job titles
- computer network technician
- data centre operator
- Internet Web site technician
- local area network (LAN) administrator
- local area network (LAN) technician
- network administrator
- network support technician
- network system administrator
- Web technician
All 26 job titles in the NOC index
computer master console operator, computer network technician, computer network technicians' supervisor, computer operations supervisor, computer tape librarian, data centre operator, digital computer operator, Internet Web site technician, local area network (LAN) administrator, local area network (LAN) manager, local area network (LAN) operator, local area network (LAN) technician, network administrator, network analyst, network controller, network operator, network security administrator, network support analyst, network support technician, network system administrator, server administrator, technical support analyst - network, Web site administrator, Web technician, Wide area network (WAN) administrator, wide area network (WAN) technician.
Main duties of NOC 22220
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Computer and network operators
- Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and administer local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks, computer workstations, connections to the Internet and peripheral equipment
- Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software, operating system software and software applications
- Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate access and use of computer networks
- Provide problem-solving services to network users
- Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
- Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
- Perform shell scripting or other basic scripting tasks
- May supervise other workers in this group.
Web technicians
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade Web-server hardware and software
- Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance
- Control and monitor e-mail use, Web navigation, and installed software
- Respond to requests for help and information from Web site visitors and Web site designers.
Employment requirements
- Completion of a college or other program in computer science, network administration, Web technology or a related field is usually required.
- Certification or training provided by software vendors may be required by some employers.
- Registration with a regulatory body is required in Saskatchewan.
Additional information
- Progression to computer programming, interactive media development, Web development or systems analysis is possible with experience.
Is NOC 22220 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 2 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 22220 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 22220 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $21.00 | $36.00 | $55.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $24.62 | $37.43 | $66.67 |
| Prince Edward Island | $21.50 | $34.13 | $50.00 |
| Nova Scotia | $19.23 | $39.16 | $52.88 |
| New Brunswick | $26.05 | $36.88 | $57.69 |
| Quebec | $25.71 | $37.02 | $56.57 |
| Ontario | $19.00 | $35.71 | $57.69 |
| Manitoba | $20.41 | $36.36 | $49.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $22.00 | $33.23 | $46.63 |
| Alberta | $21.00 | $38.67 | $55.00 |
| British Columbia | $20.00 | $31.25 | $49.04 |
| Yukon | $22.39 | $38.26 | $48.62 |
| Northwest Territories | Not published | $50.00 | Not published |
| Nunavut | $38.34 | $54.40 | $68.69 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 22220 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 22220 as you write.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a computer network technician?
NOC 22220, Computer network and web technicians, a TEER 2 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 22220?
TEER 2. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 22220 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 22220 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 22220 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $36.00 an hour, with most wages between $21.00 and $55.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 22220 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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