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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?
Store manager
28%
#63 / 103
View rankingStore manager
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or in performing services for customers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Assign employees to specific duties.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Examine merchandise to ensure that it is correctly priced and displayed and that it functions as advertised.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Perform work activities of subordinates, such as cleaning and organizing shelves and displays and selling merchandise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Instruct staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Establish credit policies and operating procedures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 41% | 28% | +11.5 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- sales activities
- employment law
- tobacco brands
- study sales levels of products
- set up pricing strategies
- order supplies
- manage budgets
- maintain relationship with customers
- manage staff
- use different communication channels
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 1420