# Jobs AI can't replace Updated October 2026 Cement masons score 8 of 100 for AI exposure, the lowest of the jobs we graded. Across the 50 AI-proof careers on this list, an average of 83% of task time still needs a person. ## The 50 safest jobs from AI Ranked by AI exposure score, lowest first. Under each job is the task AI is least able to do. 1. [Cement masons, Stays human: push roller over surface to embed chips in surface., score **8** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/cement-masons/) 2. [Dishwashers, Stays human: sweep or scrub floors., score **8** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/dishwashers/) 3. [Highway maintenance workers, Stays human: flag motorists to warn them of obstacles or repair work ahead., score **8** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/highway-maintenance-workers/) 4. [Maids, Stays human: dust and polish furniture and equipment., score **8** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/maids/) 5. [Drywall installers, Stays human: hang drywall panels on metal frameworks of walls and ceilings in offices, schools, or other large buildings, using lifts or hoists to adjust panel heights, when necessary., score **9** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/drywall-installers/) 6. [Dining room attendants, Stays human: clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in food service areas or other areas of restaurants and mop or vacuum floors., score **10** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/dining-room-attendants/) 7. [Electrician helpers, Stays human: break up concrete, using airhammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment., score **10** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/electrician-helpers/) 8. [Forklift operators, Stays human: position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas., score **10** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/forklift-operators/) 9. [Orderlies, Stays human: restrain patients to prevent violence or injury or to assist physicians or nurses to administer treatments., score **10** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/orderlies/) 10. [Tire changers, Stays human: clean and tidy up the shop., score **10** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/tire-changers/) 11. [Landscapers, Stays human: operate vehicles or powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, or pruning saws., score **11** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/landscapers/) 12. [Metal fabricators, Stays human: lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes., score **11** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/metal-fabricators/) 13. [Electrical linemen, Stays human: climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment., score **12** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/electrical-linemen/) 14. [Glaziers, Stays human: move furniture to clear work sites and cover floors or furnishings with drop cloths., score **12** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/glaziers/) 15. [Roofers, Stays human: set up scaffolding to provide safe access to roofs., score **12** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/roofers/) 16. [Slaughterers, Stays human: sever jugular veins to drain blood and facilitate slaughtering., score **12** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/slaughterers/) 17. [Tree trimmers, Stays human: climb trees, using climbing hooks and belts, or climb ladders to gain access to work areas., score **12** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/tree-trimmers/) 18. [Auto body technicians, Stays human: position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers., score **13** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/auto-body-technicians/) 19. [Construction workers, Stays human: dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes., score **13** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/construction-laborers/) 20. [Laundry workers, Stays human: spray steam, water, or air over spots to flush out chemicals, dry material, raise naps, or brighten colors., score **13** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/laundry-workers/) 21. [Vehicle cleaners, Stays human: clean the plastic work inside cars, using paintbrushes., score **13** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/vehicle-cleaners/) 22. [Hazardous materials removal workers, Stays human: upload baskets of irradiated elements onto machines that insert fuel elements into canisters and secure lids., score **14** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/hazardous-materials-removal-workers/) 23. [Janitors, Stays human: move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks., score **14** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/janitors/) 24. [Bricklayers, Stays human: clean working surface to remove scale, dust, soot, or chips of brick and mortar, using broom, wire brush, or scraper., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/bricklayers/) 25. [Diesel mechanics, Stays human: raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/diesel-mechanics/) 26. [Firefighters, Stays human: dress with equipment such as fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/firefighters/) 27. [Heavy equipment operators, Stays human: start engines, move throttles, switches, or levers, or depress pedals to operate machines, such as bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders, or backhoes., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/heavy-equipment-operators/) 28. [Spray painting machine operators, Stays human: hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/spray-painting-machine-operators/) 29. [Structural steel workers, Stays human: ride on girders or other structural steel members to position them, or use rope to guide them into position., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/structural-steel-workers/) 30. [Surgical technologists, Stays human: scrub arms and hands and assist the surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks, and surgical clothing., score **15** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/surgical-technologists/) 31. [Cable technicians, Stays human: dig trenches for underground wires or cables., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/cable-technicians/) 32. [Maintenance helpers, Stays human: hold or supply tools, parts, equipment, and supplies for other workers., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/maintenance-helpers/) 33. [Manicurists, Stays human: prepare customers' nails in soapy water, using swabs, files, and orange sticks., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/manicurists/) 34. [Meat trimmers, Stays human: remove parts, such as skin, feathers, scales or bones, from carcass., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/meat-trimmers/) 35. [Nursing assistants, Stays human: lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/nursing-assistants/) 36. [Paper goods machine operators, Stays human: lift tote boxes of finished cartons, and dump cartons into feed hoppers., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/paper-goods-machine-operators/) 37. [Sewing machine operators, Stays human: remove holding devices and finished items from machines., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/sewing-machine-operators/) 38. [Woodworking machine operators, Stays human: push or hold workpieces against, under, or through cutting, boring, or shaping mechanisms., score **16** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/woodworking-machine-operators/) 39. [Aircraft mechanics, Stays human: remove or install aircraft engines, using hoists or forklift trucks., score **17** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/aircraft-mechanics/) 40. [Emergency medical technicians, Stays human: immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device., score **17** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/emergency-medical-technicians/) 41. [Food preparation workers, Stays human: vacuum dining area and sweep and mop kitchen floor., score **17** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/food-preparation-workers/) 42. [Ophthalmic medical technicians, Stays human: assist physicians in performing ophthalmic procedures, including surgery., score **17** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/ophthalmic-medical-technicians/) 43. [Warehouse workers, Stays human: connect electrical equipment to power sources so that it can be tested before use., score **17** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/warehouse-workers/) 44. [Carpenters, Stays human: bore boltholes in timber, masonry or concrete walls, using power drill., score **18** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/carpenters/) 45. [Molding machine operators, Stays human: connect water hoses to cooling systems of dies, using hand tools., score **18** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/molding-machine-operators/) 46. [Painters, Stays human: erect scaffolding or swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level., score **18** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/painters/) 47. [Press operators, Stays human: clean work area., score **18** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/press-operators/) 48. [Endoscopy technicians, Stays human: position or transport patients in accordance with instructions from medical personnel., score **19** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/endoscopy-technicians/) 49. [Gas station attendants, Stays human: clean parking areas, offices, restrooms, or equipment, and remove trash., score **19** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/gas-station-attendants/) 50. [Lifeguards, Stays human: rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment., score **19** out of 100](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/lifeguards/) ## What makes a job AI-safe Three things keep a task human in our grading. The work is physical, like treating a patient or installing equipment. It depends on trust, like explaining a diagnosis or calming a client. Or someone has to be accountable for the decision. AI still reaches the paperwork. Even for cement masons, it can do 0% of the task time. The most exposed task is to monitor how the wind. ## Questions about jobs safe from AI What jobs can't AI replace? Cement masons score lowest, at 8 of 100. Every job on this list scores 19 or less, and an average of 83% of their task time still needs a person. Which careers are safe from AI? 129 of the 402 jobs we publish score in the low band, 0 to 29. They lean on hands-on work, care and decisions someone signs off, as cement masons, dishwashers, highway maintenance workers do. Are any jobs AI-proof? No job scores zero. Cement masons score 8. A low score means most of the work needs a person today. What are the most future-proof jobs? Jobs with low AI exposure and growing employment. On this list, ophthalmic medical technicians (+21.4% to 2034, score 17), electrical linemen (+10.3% to 2034, score 12), manicurists (+9.2% to 2034, score 16) combine both. ## Related topics - [**Jobs most at risk from AI**Proofreaders score highest, at 76.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/jobs-most-exposed-to-ai/) - [**High-paying jobs with low AI exposure**Radiologists earn a median $420,860 and score 46.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/high-paying-jobs-low-ai-exposure/) - [**Entry-level jobs with low AI exposure**Cement masons need little prior training and score 8.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/entry-level-jobs-low-ai-exposure/) - [**Jobs AI speeds up the most**For natural sciences managers, AI speeds up 96% of task time.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/jobs-ai-speeds-up/) - [**AI and jobs in Malta**15 iGaming roles graded task by task.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/malta/) - [**Skills that keep work human**The skills to build in the jobs AI changes least.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/skills/) - [**Jobs A to Z**Every job we publish, by first letter.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/jobs/) - [**AI exposure by industry**Average scores for 22 occupation groups.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/industries/) - [**Write a CV screening software can read**How applicant tracking systems read a CV, and what to change.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/cv-screening-guide/) - [**AI for businesses**The tasks to automate first in each team and industry.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-for/) - [**How we score AI exposure**The grading, the weights and every source.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/methodology/) ## Next steps - ### Check your job Your job title is a rough guide. Your actual tasks decide your score. Paste your job description or CV and see which of your tasks AI can do. [Check your job](https://www.aigentcy.com/tools/ai-exposure-checker/) [Check your CV](https://www.aigentcy.com/tools/cv-checker/) ### Check which roles in your team AI can take on We map your team's tasks, show what AI can do today and build the automations that pay back first. [Book an AI audit](https://www.aigentcy.com/audit/) Occupation data from the O\*NET 30.3 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under [CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and modified by Aigentcy. O\*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Wage, employment and projection data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. EU occupation names from ESCO, European Commission. AI usage signals from the Anthropic Economic Index (CC BY) and Microsoft Research (CC BY 4.0). [Methodology and sources](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/methodology/). Scores © Aigentcy. Quote them with a link to the page.