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core competencies

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricRail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and HostlersTaxi Drivers and Chauffeurs
Risk Score31.9%31.2%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile51th46th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)8 / 1510 / 15
Median Salary$58,030N/A
Employment3KN/A

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Controlling Machines and Processes
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Coaching and Developing Others
Handling and Moving Objects
Customer and Personal Service
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Performing General Physical Activities
Training and Teaching Others
Assisting and Caring for Others
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Problem Sensitivity

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

29%

total discount

Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs

27%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

8 of 15 at risk
88%Read switching instructions and daily car schedules to determine work to be performed, or receive orders from yard conductors.
88%Observe water levels and oil, air, and steam pressure gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment.
86%Inspect track for defects such as broken rails and switch malfunctions.
84%Observe and respond to wayside and cab signals, including color light signals, position signals, torpedoes, flags, and hot box detectors.
84%Inspect the condition of stationary trains, rolling stock, and equipment.

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

Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and HostlersTaxi Drivers and Chauffeurs
10th
$44,510N/A
25th
$51,770N/A
Median
$58,030N/A
75th
$65,530N/A
90th
$79,070N/A

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