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AI Work Index

Headline risk

2%

Very Low Risk

Security and fire alarm systems installers

United States AI Work IndexISCO 5414title_match

United States AI Work Index tracks this occupation on the shared structural baseline and then layers on local demand resilience, wages, and confidence.

85.9 current · 94.9 projectedConfidence high

Why This Score

Tasks 100%

Share of job tasks that overlap with current AI capabilities

Wage $59K

Median annual wage

Demand 10%

Projected employment change over 10 years

Preparation Zone 3

Typical preparation needed for this occupation

Occupation profile

Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.

Task evidence

100% weighted task match · 3% effective coverage

Scores combine AI task overlap, human advantages, and local demand. How it works

United States Now

Median Wage

USD 59,300

Employment 2024

85.9K

Projected Change (2024–34)

10.4%

Openings (2024–34)

9.4K

Wage distribution

Bottom 10%: USD 38,41025th pctl: USD 47,330Median: USD 59,30075th pctl: USD 71,340Top 10%: USD 81,980

Demand outlook

Projections published, but no prose outlook available.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: —

Role Profile

AdaptabilityDetail orientedProblem solving and decision making

Tasks

  • 1. Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring to connect components. AI use: 0%
  • 2. Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications. AI use: 0%
  • 3. Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false alarms. AI use: 0%
  • 4. Examine systems to locate problems, such as loose connections or broken insulation. AI use: 0%
  • 5. Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, or cavity walls to reach fixture outlets, positioning and terminating cables, wires, or strapping. AI use: 0%
  • 6. Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans. AI use: 0%

Technologies

Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Windows

Requirements

License required: 26.3%License required: 73.7%Certificate: 5.9%Certificate: 94.1%

Work context

Telephone Conversations 5.0/5
Frequency of Decision Making 4.8/5
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams 4.7/5
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results 4.6/5
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets 4.6/5
Contact With Others 4.5/5

Worker profile

Median age 39.1 · 58K employed

Under 25: 21% · 25–54: 66% · 55+: 16%

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