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Can AI do the work of a HVAC technician?
Today an AI or a robot can hardly do this job for you. The site, the surprises, and the code are settled on the ground.
It is not a forecast of job losses either.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
HVAC technician
27%
AI or a robot can already do 27% of this job.
#77 / 103
View rankingHVAC technician
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Install, connect, or adjust thermostats, humidistats, or timers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 50% | 28% | +14 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- refrigerants
- electric heating systems
- hydraulics
- thermodynamics
- fluid mechanics
- domestic cooling systems
- electricity
- electrical wiring plans
- mechanics
- work ergonomically
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-9021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7127
IS WORK OVER?
Barber
12%
#102 / 103
View rankingBarber
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Appointments, till and product stock.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 32% | +4.5 |
Cut and style consult with the client.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cut, fade and finish with clipper and scissors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 28% | 5% | +1.4 |
Shave, beard tidy and hot towel.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 6% | +1.1 |
Cleaning, disinfection and tool care.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 10% | +1.2 |
Shop atmosphere and regulars.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 14% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 12% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cut hair
- colour hair
- haircut
- barbering
- Appointments, till and product stock
- Cut and style consult with the client
- Shave, beard tidy and hot towel
- Cleaning, disinfection and tool care
- Shop atmosphere and regulars
- barber
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-5011.00· ESCO/ISCO 5141