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?
QA tester
38%
#11 / 633
View rankingQA tester
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 55% | +6.1 |
Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Create or maintain databases of known test defects.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 39% | 28% | +10.9 |
| Total | 100% | 38% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- internal risk management policy
- ICT quality policy
- software anomalies
- levels of software testing
- quality standards
- quality assurance methodologies
- ICT process quality models
- set quality assurance objectives
- ensure continuous preparedness for audits
- comply with legal regulations
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1253.00· ESCO/ISCO 2519