SOC 49-9099
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ62/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ183,690
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$49K
$35K โ $77K
Projected Growth
๐+2.4%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค53/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other face a risk score of 62/100 โ 18 points above the national average of 44. With 53/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $49K ($2K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 62/100, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 183,690 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection and customer communication about technical issues to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics
Predictive maintenance AI reducing reactive repair needs
AI parts inventory and supply chain optimization
Automated fault detection via IoT sensor networks
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection
Customer communication about technical issues
Hands-on fine motor work in intricate machinery
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
Monitor and adjust operations of geothermal power plant equipment or systems.
Prepare and maintain logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.
Identify and correct malfunctions of geothermal plant equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, or controls.
Collect and record data associated with operating geothermal power plants or well fields.
Determine whether emergency or auxiliary systems will be needed to keep properties heated or cooled in extreme weather conditions.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Analytical or scientific software
Industrial control software
Electronic mail software
Geographic information system
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
English Language
Physics
Education and Training
Public Safety and Security
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 | 69% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 83% |
| Supervisors of Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | 33 | $78K | 73% |