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AI Work Index

Headline risk

1%

Very Low Risk

Automotive service technicians and mechanics

United States AI Work IndexISCO 7231crosswalk_exact

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

805.6 current · 839.2 projectedConfidence high

Why This Score

Tasks 100%

Share of job tasks that overlap with current AI capabilities

Wage $50K

Median annual wage

Demand 4%

Projected employment change over 10 years

Preparation Zone 3

Typical preparation needed for this occupation

Occupation profile

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.

Task evidence

100% weighted task match · 0% effective coverage

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

United States Now

Median Wage

USD 49,670

Employment 2024

805.6K

Projected Change (2024–34)

4.2%

Openings (2024–34)

70.0K

Wage distribution

Bottom 10%: USD 33,66025th pctl: USD 38,140Median: USD 49,67075th pctl: USD 65,660Top 10%: USD 80,850

Demand outlook

Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 4 percent from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

Education: Postsecondary nondegree award Experience: None

Role Profile

Detail orientedProblem solving and decision makingFine motor

Tasks

  • 1. Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made. AI use: 0%
  • 2. Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications. AI use: 0%
  • 3. Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices. AI use: 0%
  • 4. Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes. AI use: 0%
  • 5. Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors. AI use: 0%
  • 6. Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups. AI use: 0%

Technologies

Apple SafariMicrosoft EdgeMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Windows

Requirements

License required: 14.6%License required: 85.4%Apprenticeship: <10%Apprenticeship: >90%Certificate: 11.5%Certificate: 88.5%

Work context

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls 4.9/5
Exposed to Contaminants 4.8/5
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment 4.8/5
Frequency of Decision Making 4.6/5
Spend Time Standing 4.6/5
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams 4.6/5

Worker profile

Median age 40.3 · 901K employed

Under 25: 16% · 25–54: 66% · 55+: 18%

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No direct US role match is available yet for this occupation.

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