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In 5 of the 22 jobs that do this, AI or robots already show up on it, most often as work people hand to AI. In the other 17, there's no evidence yet. Jobs spend a median of 24m of an 8-hour shift on it, and about 4.4 million U.S. workers hold these jobs.
17No evidence yet
4Often handed to AI
1Robots
Every job that does this
Each job words the task its own way. Minutes are that job's estimate for a typical shift; the label is the evidence for that job's version.
| Job and its version of the task | Per shift | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and TestersIdentify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content. | 1h 2m | No evidence yet |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelayPrepare and maintain records detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance. | 53m | No evidence yet |
| Operations Research AnalystsPrepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions. | 41m | Often handed to AI |
| Computer User Support SpecialistsMaintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities. | 38m | No evidence yet |
| Mechanical Door RepairersComplete required paperwork, such as work orders, according to services performed or required. | 33m | No evidence yet |
| Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and RepairersComplete reports related to project status, progress, or other work details, using computer software. | 29m | No evidence yet |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersCompile operational or personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair or maintenance statistics, or test results. | 28m | No evidence yet |
| Control and Valve Installers and RepairersRecord meter readings and installation data on meter cards, work orders, or field service orders, or enter data into hand-held computers. | 26m | No evidence yet |
| Geothermal TechniciansCollect and record data associated with operating geothermal power plants or well fields. | 26m | Robots |
| Health Informatics SpecialistsIdentify, collect, record, or analyze data relevant to the nursing care of patients. | 24m | No evidence yet |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsDocument help desk requests and resolutions. | 24m | Often handed to AI |
| Locksmiths and Safe RepairersKeep records of company locks and keys. | 21m | No evidence yet |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersRecord and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersDevelop and document security procedures, policies, or standards. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and RepairersKeep records of merchandise distributed and money collected. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Telecommunications Engineering SpecialistsDocument user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and RepairersMaintain computer and manual records pertaining to facilities and equipment. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersComplete repair bills, shop records, time cards, or expense reports. | 13m | No evidence yet |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersPrepare documents, such as invoices or warranties. | 12m | Often handed to AI |
| Network and Computer Systems AdministratorsPerform routine network startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control records. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| Web AdministratorsGather, analyze, or document user feedback to locate or resolve sources of problems. | 12m | Often handed to AI |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSign overhaul documents for equipment replaced or repaired. | 6m | No evidence yet |
How to read this
This task type comes from O*NET's detailed work activities, which link similar tasks across jobs. A label applies to one job's version of the task: AI use comes from real AI conversations (Anthropic Economic Index) and robot evidence from deployments in real workplaces. "No evidence yet" may just mean the task is rare in the data. How we keep time.
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