Takeover Tracker

25%medium risk
Radio Mechanics
vs

65 shared · 24 different

core competencies

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricRadio MechanicsMedical Equipment Repairers
Risk Score25.4%26.1%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile20th22th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)2 / 134 / 15
Median Salary$64,190$62,630
Employment11K61K

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Telecommunications
MathematicsAI-Vulnerable
Performing General Physical Activities
Public Safety and Security
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Customer and Personal Service
Equipment MaintenanceAI-Resistant
Education and Training

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Radio Mechanics

29%

total discount

Medical Equipment Repairers

30%

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.

Medical Equipment Repairers

4 of 15 at risk
87%Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
86%Research catalogs or repair part lists to locate sources for repair parts, requisitioning parts and recording their receipt.
51%Contribute expertise to develop medical maintenance standard operating procedures.
50%Evaluate technical specifications to identify equipment or systems best suited for intended use and possible purchase, based on specifications, user needs, or technical requirements.
47%Perform preventive maintenance or service, such as cleaning, lubricating, or adjusting equipment.

Wage Comparison

Medical Equipment Repairers earns -$1,560(-2%) vs Radio Mechanics
Radio MechanicsMedical Equipment Repairers
10th
$42,360$39,060
25th
$50,610$48,100
Median
$64,190$62,630
75th
$84,770$79,440
90th
$102,550$99,290

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