Will AI Replace Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment?

Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Maintain equipment service records.

Routine cognitive or manual task with high vulnerability to automation.

Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.

Complex problem-solving, strategic leadership, or high-empathy task requiring human judgment.

Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Repair or rebuild equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician's tools.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.

Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools.

Semi-structured task combining routine and non-routine responsibilities.