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?
Pediatrician
21%
#433 / 633
View rankingPediatrician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- synthesise information
- develop own practices continuously
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1221.00· ESCO/ISCO 2211