Trades

Electrician

Based on 36 assessments

24% Low risk

Average realistic automation risk across all Electrician profiles in the dataset.

Raw potential
46%
Realistic risk
24%
Research benchmark ?
15%

Raw potential = I/O automation ceiling. Realistic risk = adjusted for informal knowledge and social context. Research benchmark: Eloundou et al. (2023)

Distribution across 36 profiles. Middle half of Electricians score between 21% and 27%.

0% 50% 100%
p10 · 19%
29% · p90
On-screen work 15%

Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.

In-person + screen 43%

Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.

Computer + action 35%

Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.

Fully in-person 6%

No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.

3 synthetic profiles for a Electrician, ordered by automation exposure. Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.

Task Time Type Exposure
Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, conduits, and fixtures in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings
deep expertise social element
21% DA 5%
Inspecting electrical systems, components, and equipment (e.g., transformers, circuit breakers) to identify hazards, defects, or needed repairs
deep expertise
19% AD 26%
Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits using tools like multimeters to ensure compatibility and safety
18% AD 32%
Following local and national electrical codes and safety standards while performing installations or repairs
16% DA 25%
Diagnosing malfunctioning systems (e.g., lighting, heating, motors) and troubleshooting issues to determine root causes
deep expertise social element
13% AD 13%
Communicating with clients, contractors, or team members to explain work requirements, timelines, or safety precautions
deep expertise
5% AA 0%
Reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and technical diagrams to plan wiring layouts for new installations
2% DD 63%
Ordering and managing supplies, tools, and materials needed for electrical projects
1% DD 52%

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