Automation index
How much of a Geologist’s job can AI already do?
A map and a report come earlier. Hammering the slope, reading the outcrop, and signing a hazard do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Geologist
23%
AI can already do 23% of this job.
#296 / 623
View rankingGeologist
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Maps, sections and a first report.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 42% | +8.4 |
Process boreholes, GIS and lab.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 35% | +5.6 |
Field camp, outcrop and sampling.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 12% | +2.4 |
Read hazard, water and deposit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Talk to works, mine or government.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
Sign the opinion and own the real ground.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 23% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Maps, sections and a first report
- Process boreholes, GIS and lab
- Field camp, outcrop and sampling
- Read hazard, water and deposit
- Talk to works, mine or government
- Sign the opinion and own the real ground
- geologo
- geologist
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-2042.00· ESCO/ISCO 2114
IS WORK OVER?
Welder
28%
#119 / 623
View rankingWelder
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Melt and apply solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints, using soldering irons, gas torches, or electric-ultrasonic equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Align and clamp workpieces together, using rules, squares, or hand tools, or position items in fixtures, jigs, or vises.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 60% | 28% | +16.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- technical drawings
- hydraulics
- pipeline coating properties
- types of pipelines
- isometric perspective
- cooperate with colleagues
- inspect pipelines
- use welding equipment
- operate welding equipment
- clear pipelines
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4121.00· ESCO/ISCO 7212