Key findings
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is not likely to automate blue-collar jobs like Millwrights.
The unique automation wave may actually increase demand for these workers due to the rise in premium goods and services.
GenAI’s inability to perform physical tasks will shield blue-collar workers from major disruption.
However, some skills used in Millwrights’ work, like Operations Monitoring and Equipment Maintenance, could be automated in the future.
This automation may impact but not transform the work, allowing workers to focus on tasks requiring human skills like critical thinking and problem-solving.
How could AI or automation replace or complement job activities?
AI and LLMs like ChatGPT could assist in tasks such as aligning, assembling, and troubleshooting machines.
However, the complexity of tasks like welding or fabricating equipment may be challenging for automation.
For example, AI could help in aligning and assembling machine parts, but may not be able to perform welding tasks efficiently.
Job description
Installs, dismantles, or moves machinery and heavy equipment based on layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.
0 Comments