Takeover Tracker

25%medium risk
Radio Mechanics
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66 shared · 16 different

core competencies

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricRadio MechanicsControl and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
Risk Score25.4%25.5%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile20th21th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)2 / 134 / 15
Median Salary$64,190$74,690
Employment11K47K

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Telecommunications
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Computers and Electronics
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Customer and Personal Service
Handling and Moving Objects
Extent Flexibility
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Finger Dexterity

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Radio Mechanics

29%

total discount

Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door

29%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Radio Mechanics

2 of 13 at risk
86%Monitor radio range stations to detect transmission flaws and adjust controls to eliminate flaws.
84%Test emergency transmitters to ensure their readiness for immediate use.
45%Calibrate and align components, using scales, gauges, and other measuring instruments.
43%Turn setscrews to adjust receivers for maximum sensitivity and transmitters for maximum output.
43%Test batteries, using hydrometers and ammeters, and charge batteries as necessary.

Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door

4 of 15 at risk
87%Record meter readings and installation data on meter cards, work orders, or field service orders, or enter data into hand-held computers.
85%Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.
85%Shut off service and notify repair crews when major repairs are required, such as the replacement of underground pipes or wiring.
77%Report hazardous field situations and damaged or missing meters.
47%Turn meters on or off to establish or close service.

Wage Comparison

Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door earns +$10,500(+16%) vs Radio Mechanics
Radio MechanicsControl and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
10th
$42,360$43,840
25th
$50,610$53,060
Median
$64,190$74,690
75th
$84,770$97,400
90th
$102,550$109,050

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