Millwrights

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 (4%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 22 (96%)

• Install robot and modify its program, using teach pendant.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Align machines or equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, lasers, or plumb bobs.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Signal crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate, and align unit to centerline.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Conduct preventative maintenance and repair, and lubricate machines and equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Replace defective parts of machine, or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Assemble machines, and bolt, weld, rivet, or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with power drill.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site, performing installation and maintenance work as part of team.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Weld, repair, and fabricate equipment or machinery.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Fabricate and dismantle parts, equipment, and machines, using a cutting torch or other cutting equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Bolt parts, such as side and deck plates, jaw plates, and journals, to basic assembly unit.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Construct foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, and steel.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Troubleshoot equipment, electrical components, hydraulics, or other mechanical systems.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.Little or no AI speed-up · core task