SOC 49-9051
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ28/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ123,680
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$93K
$50K โ $127K
Projected Growth
๐+6.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค31/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers face a risk score of 28/100 โ 16 points below the national average of 44. With only 31/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $93K ($46K above the national median). The 1 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of just 28/100, Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces and customer communication about technical issues rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 123,680 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Robotic inspection of hard-to-reach equipment
Augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics
Automated fault detection via IoT sensor networks
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces
Customer communication about technical issues
Adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment
Hands-on fine motor work in intricate machinery
Diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Adhere to safety practices and procedures, such as checking equipment regularly and erecting barriers around work areas.
Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems, including conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Electronic mail software
Geographic information system
Mobile location based services software
Inventory management software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
English Language
Education and Training
Public Safety and Security
Transportation
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 61% |