Automation index
How much of a Network technician’s job can AI already do?
A diagram and a rack checklist come earlier. Pulling cable through a ceiling, and bringing a link up, do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Network technician
21%
AI can already do 21% of this job.
#448 / 643
View rankingNetwork 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Diagrams, inventory and standard configs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Tickets, remote diagnosis and logs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Pulling, racking, crimping and labelling.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 12% | +2.6 |
Bring up links, VLANs and site Wi-Fi.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
On-call, outages and user care.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
Vendors, civil work and access.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Diagrams, inventory and standard configs
- Tickets, remote diagnosis and logs
- Pulling, racking, crimping and labelling
- Bring up links, VLANs and site Wi-Fi
- On-call, outages and user care
- Vendors, civil work and access
- tecnico de redes
- network technician
- cableador
- cisco
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1241.00· ESCO/ISCO 3513
IS WORK OVER?
Construction laborer
29%
#67 / 643
View rankingConstruction laborer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces, such as concrete, marble, terrazzo, or wood flooring, using abrasive tools or machines.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Install sewer, water, or storm drain pipes, using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Lubricate, clean, or repair machinery, equipment, or tools.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 55% | +4.4 |
Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 26% | 28% | +7.3 |
| Total | 100% | 29% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- install wood elements in structures
- apply finish to concrete
- inspect masonry work
- check compatibility of materials
- dig soil mechanically
- pour concrete
- transport construction supplies
- operate digging construction equipment
- work in a construction team
- inspect construction supplies
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2061.00· ESCO/ISCO 9313