Automation index
How much of a Pest control technician’s job can AI already do?
A protocol and a sheet come earlier. Treating without poisoning the people who live there do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Pest control technician
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#254 / 633
View rankingPest control 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Inspection, species and the treatment plan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Bait, apply, seal and look again.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Sheets, schedule and the certificate for the client.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Explain risks, times and what is not a miracle.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 22% | +4 |
Rules, biocides and waste.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
That the pest drops and nobody else pays.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- pest control
- inspect infestations
- bait
- apply biocides
- seal entry points
- treatment certificate
- identify species
- not poison anyone
Sources for this job· O*NET 37-2021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7544
IS WORK OVER?
Barber
12%
#632 / 633
View rankingBarber
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Appointments, till and product stock.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 32% | +4.5 |
Cut and style consult with the client.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cut, fade and finish with clipper and scissors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 28% | 5% | +1.4 |
Shave, beard tidy and hot towel.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 6% | +1.1 |
Cleaning, disinfection and tool care.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 10% | +1.2 |
Shop atmosphere and regulars.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 14% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 12% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- 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