Automation index
How much of a Customs agent’s job can AI already do?
A declaration and a classification come earlier. Opening a container, and smelling that something is off, do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Customs agent
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#128 / 623
View rankingCustoms agent
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Declarations, tariff class and documents.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 48% | +10.6 |
Database hits, risk and selectivity.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 40% | +7.2 |
Physical inspection of goods and container.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Interview the operator and write the record.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
Fines, appeals and police coordination.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
Judgment on fraud and sensitive goods.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Declarations, tariff class and documents
- Database hits, risk and selectivity
- Physical inspection of goods and container
- Fines, appeals and police coordination
- Judgment on fraud and sensitive goods
- aduanas
- customs
- despachante de aduanas
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1041.00· ESCO/ISCO 3351
IS WORK OVER?
Auto mechanic
25%
#245 / 623
View rankingAuto mechanic
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Maintain cleanliness of work area.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 46% | 28% | +12.9 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- automotive diagnostic equipment
- car controls
- emission standards
- vehicle electrical systems
- types of vehicles
- principles of mechanical engineering
- hybrid vehicle architecture
- teamwork principles
- components of air conditioning systems
- mechanics
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-3023.00· ESCO/ISCO 7231