SOC 49-9097
Signal and Track Switch Repairers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ56/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ8,210
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$84K
$57K โ $105K
Projected Growth
๐+1.7%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค31/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Signal and Track Switch Repairers face a risk score of 56/100 โ 12 points above 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 $84K ($37K 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 56/100, Signal and Track Switch Repairers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 8,210 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment and working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Signal and Track Switch Repairers?
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
AI parts inventory and supply chain optimization
Robotic inspection of hard-to-reach equipment
Predictive maintenance AI reducing reactive repair needs
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment
Working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces
Hands-on fine motor work in intricate machinery
Customer communication about technical issues
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
Inspect and test operation, mechanical parts, and circuitry of gate crossings, signals, and signal equipment such as interlocks and hotbox detectors.
Inspect electrical units of railroad grade crossing gates and repair loose bolts and defective electrical connections and parts.
Test and repair track circuits.
Drive motor vehicles to job sites.
Install, inspect, maintain, and repair various railroad service equipment on the road or in the shop, including railroad signal systems.
๐ป Technology Skills
Facilities management software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Electronic mail software
Presentation software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
Mechanical
English Language
Public Safety and Security
Engineering and Technology
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 | 57% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 71% |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 29 | $97K | 59% |