Side-by-Side Comparison
Roofers leads 4–1| Metric | Roofers | Insulation Workers, Mechanical |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Score | 13.3% | 18.5% |
| Risk Tier | Low Risk | Low Risk |
| Risk Percentile | 0th | 4th |
| Tasks at Risk (>50%) | 2 / 15 | 3 / 13 |
| Median Salary | $50,970 | $57,250 |
| Employment | 137K | 26K |
Skill Comparison
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Sorted by largest difference
Building and Construction
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Gross Body Equilibrium
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Handling and Moving Objects
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
CoordinationAI-Resistant
Trunk Strength
Stamina
Performing General Physical Activities
Protective Factors
Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement
Roofers
28%
total discount
Insulation Workers, Mechanical
29%
total discount
Task Risk Comparison
Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable
Roofers
2 of 15 at risk73%Estimate materials and labor required to complete roofing jobs.
53%Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures.
13%Waterproof or damp-proof walls, floors, roofs, foundations, or basements by painting or spraying surfaces with waterproof coatings or by attaching waterproofing membranes to surfaces.
13%Apply reflective roof coatings, such as special paints or single-ply roofing sheets, to existing roofs to reduce solar heat absorption.
11%Remove snow, water, or debris from roofs prior to applying roofing materials.
Insulation Workers, Mechanical
3 of 13 at risk85%Select appropriate insulation, such as fiberglass, Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.
77%Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.
60%Read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements.
45%Move controls, buttons, or levers to start blowers, and to regulate flow of materials through nozzles.
41%Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
Wage Comparison
Insulation Workers, Mechanical earns +$6,280(+12%) vs Roofers
RoofersInsulation Workers, Mechanical
10th
$37,060$39,450
25th
$45,300$47,480
Median
$50,970$57,250
75th
$64,010$75,300
90th
$80,780$94,110
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