Maintenance Workers, Machinery
The short answer
This job is less likely to change much. Most of the work is the kind AI can't help with. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to shrink over the next decade, with about 222 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the second least exposed fifth for how much AI could touch it. Most of what it involves isn't the kind of work AI can take over.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with a small part of this job's tasks.
What this means
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the second least exposed fifth, out of 656 jobs we could rank. Read more in the methodology.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
This job is in the second least exposed fifth of New York jobs for AI exposure. The tasks below show why: most of what it involves is work AI can't simply take over.
AI can help with or automate about 17% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
AI could do much of this on its own
Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
AI could do much of this on its own
Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Tasks AI can't do much of
Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Jobs you could switch to
If you're thinking about a change, these are jobs your experience already fits—related work you could move into. Pick your area to see local options.
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The closest matches by the skills they use—each has projected openings in New York State, pays within reach of your job now, and is no more exposed to AI than your job. Each card shows what the move would take.
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus long-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Mechanical
- Operations Monitoring
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- Arm-Hand Steadiness
New skills to build
- Hearing Sensitivity
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Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with less than 5 years of experience, plus moderate-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Mechanical
- Equipment Maintenance
- Repairing
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- Arm-Hand Steadiness
New skills to build
- Finger Dexterity
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Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus long-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Mechanical
- Equipment Maintenance
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- Operations Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
New skills to build
- Customer and Personal Service
- Extent Flexibility
- Transportation
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus moderate-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes one to two years.
Skills you already have
- Mechanical
- Design
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New skills to build
- Customer and Personal Service
- Public Safety and Security
- Engineering and Technology
- Computers and Electronics
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What the move takes
Usually requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus long-term on-the-job training.
Getting ready typically takes up to about a year.
Skills you already have
- Mechanical
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- Troubleshooting
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New skills to build
- Building and Construction
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