SOC 49-9096
Riggers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ43/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ24,190
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$62K
$39K โ $100K
Projected Growth
๐+3.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค31/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Riggers face a risk score of 43/100 โ 1 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 $62K ($16K 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 43/100, Riggers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like predictive maintenance ai reducing reactive repair needs are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 24,190 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection and working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Riggers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Predictive maintenance AI reducing reactive repair needs
Augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics
Automated fault detection via IoT sensor networks
AI parts inventory and supply chain optimization
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection
Working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces
Adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment
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
Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Select gear, such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer aided design CAD software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software
Word processing software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
Public Safety and Security
Production and Processing
Customer and Personal Service
Administration and Management
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 | 51% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 75% |
| Supervisors of Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | 33 | $78K | 80% |