Side-by-Side Comparison
Energy Auditors leads 5–0| Metric | Traffic Technicians | Energy Auditors |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Score | 40.2% | 31.5% |
| Risk Tier | Medium Risk | Medium Risk |
| Risk Percentile | 81th | 48th |
| Tasks at Risk (>50%) | 10 / 15 | 6 / 15 |
| Median Salary | $58,480 | $81,270 |
| Employment | 8K | 1.1M |
Skill Comparison
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Sorted by largest difference
Building and Construction
Public Safety and Security
Physics
Law and Government
Computers and Electronics
Mathematical Reasoning
Performing General Physical Activities
Number Facility
Written Expression
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Protective Factors
Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement
Traffic Technicians
30%
total discount
Energy Auditors
30%
total discount
Task Risk Comparison
Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable
Traffic Technicians
10 of 15 at risk88%Compute time settings for traffic signals or speed restrictions, using standard formulas.
88%Gather and compile data from hand count sheets, machine count tapes, or radar speed checks and code data for computer input.
85%Prepare work orders for repair, maintenance, or changes in traffic systems.
80%Prepare drawings of proposed signal installations or other control devices, using drafting instruments or computer-automated drafting equipment.
78%Review traffic control or barricade plans to issue permits for parades or other special events or for construction work that affects rights of way, providing assistance with plan preparation or revision, as necessary.
Energy Auditors
6 of 15 at risk86%Prepare audit reports containing energy analysis results or recommendations for energy cost savings.
85%Prepare job specification sheets for home energy improvements, such as attic insulation, window retrofits, or heating system upgrades.
74%Calculate potential for energy savings.
72%Quantify energy consumption to establish baselines for energy use or need.
51%Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems.
Wage Comparison
Energy Auditors earns +$22,790(+39%) vs Traffic Technicians
Traffic TechniciansEnergy Auditors
10th
$38,060$46,230
25th
$46,690$60,820
Median
$58,480$81,270
75th
$74,480$110,030
90th
$85,810$147,830
Premium Head-to-Head Analysis
Displacement Timeline Comparison
Traffic Technicians2028–2035
Energy Auditors2028–2035
20242030203520402045
Energy Auditors has a longer runway before significant displacement, projected 0 years later than Traffic Technicians.
Risk-Adjusted Salary
Salary weighted by displacement risk: salary × (1 − risk%)
Traffic Technicians
$34,965
from $58,480
Energy Auditors
$55,702
from $81,270
After adjusting for AI risk, Energy Auditors offers $20,737 more in risk-adjusted pay.
Transition Feasibility
1%
Skill Overlap
Low overlap — significant retraining needed for transition
0
Unique to Traffic
0
Unique to Energy
Combined Protection Strategy
Regardless of which path you choose, focus on these protective factors
Fine Manipulation
Decision Complexity
Regulatory Barriers
Social Intelligence
Traffic TechniciansEnergy Auditors