Automation index
How much of a Truck driver’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Truck driver
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#144 / 623
View rankingTruck driver
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Drive trucks with capacities greater than 13 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 60% | 28% | +16.8 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- drive
- route
- load goods
- types of cargo
- road traffic laws
- road transport legislation
- mechanical components of vehicles
- vehicle cargo capacity
- control the performance of the vehicle
- read maps
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-3032.00· ESCO/ISCO 8332
IS WORK OVER?
Management consultant
39%
#8 / 623
View rankingManagement consultant
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 23% | 28% | +6.4 |
Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Recommend purchase of storage equipment and design area layout to locate equipment in space available.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
| Total | 100% | 39% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- business analysis
- risk management
- market research
- scientific research methodology
- perform business analysis
- identify undetected organisational needs
- analyse business plans
- interpret financial statements
- conduct quantitative research
- analyse financial performance of a company
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1111.00· ESCO/ISCO 2421