Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 0 (0%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 1 (6%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 15 (94%)

• Order new parts to maintain inventory.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Install or replace machinery, equipment, and new or replacement parts and instruments, using hand or power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Tend and observe equipment and machinery to verify efficient and safe operation.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Adjust, connect, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts, using hand or power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Clean or lubricate vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects, using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Hold or supply tools, parts, equipment, and supplies for other workers.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Diagnose electrical problems and install and rewire electrical components.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair and reassemble equipment when repairs are complete.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Position vehicles, machinery, equipment, physical structures, and other objects for assembly or installation, using hand tools, power tools, and moving equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work stations and other areas.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Adjust, maintain, and repair tools, equipment, and machines, and assist more skilled workers with similar tasks.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Apply protective materials to equipment, components, and parts to prevent defects and corrosion.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Design, weld, and fabricate parts, using blueprints or other mechanical plans.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Assemble and maintain physical structures, using hand or power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Prepare work stations for use by mechanics and repairers.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task