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# Skills that keep work human

Updated October 2026

These are the skills to build in the 24 jobs with the lowest AI exposure scores. Cement masons score lowest, at 8 of 100.

## Skills by job

The 24 least exposed jobs, lowest score first, with the top three skills to build in each.

### [Cement masons](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/cement-masons/)8 out of 100

-   Read HIPERPAV curing output for hot and cold weather pours
-   Hold the ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher certification
-   Set forms to grade with laser level and string line

### [Dishwashers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/dishwashers/)8 out of 100

-   Prepare prep lists and reorder sheets in Microsoft Windows
-   Check supplier invoices against received deliveries line by line
-   Hand-wash and sanitize pots, pans, and flatware to kitchen standards

### [Highway maintenance workers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/highway-maintenance-workers/)8 out of 100

-   Patch broken pavement and eroded shoulders manually
-   Log culvert and drainage findings in Microsoft Excel
-   Write inspection summaries in Microsoft Word for supervisors

### [Maids](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/maids/)8 out of 100

-   Log linen counts and supply levels in inventory tracking software
-   Submit and track repair tickets in CMMS
-   Update room status in computerized bed control system software

### [Drywall installers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/drywall-installers/)9 out of 100

-   Read blueprints for wall and ceiling installation methods
-   Measure and mark layout with tape measure and square
-   Hang and fasten wallboard on metal framing with screws

### [Dining room attendants](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/dining-room-attendants/)10 out of 100

-   Close checks and correct ticket errors in Plexis POS
-   Track linen and glassware par levels in Microsoft Excel
-   Manage seating and reservations in RestaurantPlus PRO

### [Electrician helpers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/electrician-helpers/)10 out of 100

-   Keep parts and supply logs in recordkeeping software
-   Track material shortages in Microsoft Excel
-   Read panel layouts in computer-aided drafting software

### [Forklift operators](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/forklift-operators/)10 out of 100

-   Verify scale readings against WMS load records
-   Hold a current OSHA powered industrial truck certification
-   Position forks and secure loads on pallets safely

### [Orderlies](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/orderlies/)10 out of 100

-   Transfer patients safely between beds and stretchers
-   Chart each patient transport in medical record charting software
-   Log equipment repairs in GE Healthcare Centricity EMR

### [Tire changers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/tire-changers/)10 out of 100

-   Load wheels onto balancing machines and verify counterweight placement
-   Find tubeless punctures using water bath inspection
-   Inspect tire casings for holes, tears and sidewall defects

### [Landscapers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/landscapers/)11 out of 100

-   Run irrigation controllers and read weather data for watering schedules
-   Hold a state commercial pesticide applicator license
-   Mix and calibrate fertilizer and herbicide sprayers on site

### [Metal fabricators](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/metal-fabricators/)11 out of 100

-   Model steel connections and members in Tekla Structures
-   Build flat patterns and bend allowances in CATIA
-   Hold an AWS D1.1 structural welding certification

### [Electrical linemen](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/electrical-linemen/)12 out of 100

-   Read wiring diagrams and test conductors with meters
-   Log line faults and inspection points in GIS systems
-   Mark up circuit drawings in Bentley MicroStation

### [Glaziers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/glaziers/)12 out of 100

-   Verify glass specs from blueprints on site before cutting
-   Price glazing jobs in AGS WindowPricer and BidMaster
-   Check glass thickness with D-CALC FACADE 4000 calculations

### [Roofers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/roofers/)12 out of 100

-   Run roof takeoffs in AppliCad Roof Wizard or DigiTools Roof CAD
-   Inspect problem roofs on site and document repairs in Maintenance record software
-   Install skylights, attic vents, and solar mounts with flashing

### [Slaughterers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/slaughterers/)12 out of 100

-   Bone and cut standard and premium cuts manually
-   Set grinder plate size for hamburger and sausage trimmings
-   Log grinding recipes and yields in Microsoft Excel

### [Tree trimmers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/tree-trimmers/)12 out of 100

-   Build tree valuation budgets in Microsoft Excel
-   Write client tree care advice in Microsoft Word
-   Hold the ISA Certified Arborist credential

### [Auto body technicians](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/auto-body-technicians/)13 out of 100

-   Check AI-drafted repair estimates in collision damage estimation software
-   Run job time and parts checks in AutoZone ALLDATA
-   Set up frame alignment on hydraulic chain and clamp machines

### [Construction workers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/construction-laborers/)13 out of 100

-   Read Autodesk Revit models against actual field conditions
-   Log daily site progress in Oracle Primavera Enterprise
-   Hold OSHA 30-Hour Construction safety certification

### [Laundry workers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/laundry-workers/)13 out of 100

-   Determine spotting solvents by fabric and stain type
-   Match dye and bleach shades by eye on samples
-   Inspect soiled articles for stains and color damage

### [Vehicle cleaners](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/vehicle-cleaners/)13 out of 100

-   Inspect vehicle paint and trim for damage before cleaning
-   Mix chemical cleaning solutions to exact formula ratios manually
-   Apply wax and polish to vehicle paintwork

### [Hazardous materials removal workers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/hazardous-materials-removal-workers/)14 out of 100

-   Hold HAZWOPER 40-hour certification for asbestos and lead work
-   Remove asbestos and lead with HEPA vacuums and scrapers
-   Operate forklifts, hoists, and cranes for container loading

### [Janitors](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/janitors/)14 out of 100

-   Order supplies through Microsoft Excel and Outlook purchase records
-   Run Eko-based cleaning schedules and task logs
-   Operate floor machines and follow chemical safety procedures

### [Bricklayers](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/bricklayers/)15 out of 100

-   Check material takeoffs against drawings in Microsoft Excel
-   Run estimates and bids in ProEst or Tradesman's Master Estimator
-   Read structural loads in RISA-3D or Daystar iStructural

## Related topics

-   [**Jobs AI can't replace**Cement masons score lowest, at 8.](https://www.aigentcy.com/ai-exposure/jobs-ai-cant-replace/)
-   [**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/)
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-   [**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/)

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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.
