Automation index
How much of a HVAC technician’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
HVAC technician
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#181 / 623
View rankingHVAC technician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 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 provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 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 provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Install, connect, or adjust thermostats, humidistats, or timers.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. | 50% | 28% | +14 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- 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?
E-learning trainer
27%
#153 / 623
View rankingE-learning trainer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Script, SCORM and the platform.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Tutoring, the forum and the one who vanishes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Assess, copying and the one who does not log in.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Design, the video and not drowning in text.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The client, the deadline and not delivering a dressed-up PDF.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That they learn, and not dropping out.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- SCORM
- online tutoring
- forums
- platforms
- course script
- training videos
- assess online
- drop-out
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-9031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2351