Takeover Tracker

44%medium risk
Locomotive Engineers
vs

47 shared · 35 different

core competencies

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricLocomotive EngineersTaxi Drivers and Chauffeurs
Risk Score44.1%31.2%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile90th46th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)13 / 1510 / 15
Median Salary$77,400N/A
Employment32KN/A

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Controlling Machines and Processes
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Analyzing Data or Information
Processing Information
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Handling and Moving Objects
Operation and Control
Perceptual Speed
Selective Attention
Operation Monitoring

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Locomotive Engineers

28%

total discount

Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs

27%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Locomotive Engineers

13 of 15 at risk
87%Prepare reports regarding any problems encountered, such as accidents, signaling problems, unscheduled stops, or delays.
86%Monitor gauges or meters that measure speed, amperage, battery charge, or air pressure in brakelines or in main reservoirs.
85%Check to ensure that brake examination tests are conducted at shunting stations.
85%Check to ensure that documentation, such as procedure manuals or logbooks, are in the driver's cab and available for staff use.
77%Interpret train orders, signals, or railroad rules and regulations that govern the operation of locomotives.

Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs

10 of 15 at risk
89%Record name, date, and taxi identification information on trip sheets, along with trip information, such as time and place of pickup and drop-off, and total fee.
89%Collect fares or vouchers from passengers and make change or issue receipts as necessary.
87%Notify dispatchers or company mechanics of vehicle problems.
87%Arrange to pick up particular customers or groups on a regular schedule.
87%Report to taxicab services or garages to receive vehicle assignments.

Wage Comparison

Locomotive EngineersTaxi Drivers and Chauffeurs
10th
$60,980N/A
25th
$73,410N/A
Median
$77,400N/A
75th
$84,230N/A
90th
$100,690N/A

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