ISCO-08 3132
Incinerator and water treatment plant operators
28.1%
ADI · 257th of 433 · 95% interval 17.9–39.4
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 28.1% of the task time of incinerator and water treatment plant operators, and finish 0.5% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full28.1%
257th of 433 · interval 17.9–39.4
ADI3 · full delegation0.5%
182nd of 433 · interval 0.0–1.6
ADIs · share of time29.8%
246th of 433 · interval 26.1–33.4
Evidence130
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 2.2 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 15.9%L1Augmentation · 55.9%L2Partial delegation · 27.6%L3Full delegation · 0.5%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
130 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 4.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect and test water and sewage samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 4.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Add chemicals, such as ammonia, chlorine, or lime, to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 4.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage, and generate power.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 4.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 4.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect equipment or monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 3.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Direct and coordinate plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 3.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Maintain, repair, and lubricate equipment, using hand tools and power tools.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 2.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and other work areas, using hand tools and power tools.Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | 2.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor gauges and flowmeters and inspect equipment to ensure that tank levels, temperatures, chemical amounts, and pressures are at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 38% | 4.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Record operating data such as products and quantities pumped, stocks used, gauging results, and operating times.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Communicate with other workers, using signals, radios, or telephones, to start and stop flows of materials or substances.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 5 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Plan movement of products through lines to processing, storage, and shipping units, using knowledge of interconnections and capacities of pipelines, valve manifolds, pumps, and tankage.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.3 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Turn valves and start pumps to start or regulate flows of substances such as gases, liquids, slurries, or powdered materials.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.2% | L0 | L1L0 | 12% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Tend vessels that store substances such as gases, liquids, slurries, or powdered materials, checking levels of substances by using calibrated rods or by reading mercury gauges and tank charts.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate biomass fuel-burning boiler or biomass fuel gasification system equipment in accordance with specifications or instructions.Biomass Plant Technicians | 1.0% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
Show the other 115 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record or report operational data, such as readings on meters, instruments, and gauges.Biomass Plant Technicians | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 42 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Connect hoses and pipelines to pumps and vessels prior to material transfer, using hand tools.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 20 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate equipment to heat biomass, using knowledge of controls, combustion, and firing mechanisms.Biomass Plant Technicians | 1.0% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate high-pressure steam boiler or water chiller equipment for electrical cogeneration operations.Biomass Plant Technicians | 1.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Read operating schedules or instructions or receive verbal orders to determine amounts to be pumped.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 12 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean, lubricate, and repair pumps and vessels, using hand tools and equipment.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 1.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect biomass power plant or processing equipment, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate equipment to start, stop, or regulate biomass-fueled generators, generator units, boilers, engines, or auxiliary systems.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust production of biofuels or biomass-fueled power.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor batch, continuous flow, or hybrid biofuels production processes.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 4.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect biofuels samples and perform routine laboratory tests or analyses to assess biofuels quality.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate valves, pumps, engines, or generators to control and adjust biofuels production.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor and record biofuels processing data.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Add chemicals and solutions to tanks to ensure that specifications are met.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers · supplemental task | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Communicate status of hydroelectric operating equipment to dispatchers or supervisors.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance specifications, as necessary.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Tend auxiliary equipment such as water treatment and refrigeration units, and heat exchangers.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers · supplemental task | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate equipment, such as a centrifuge, to extract biofuels products and secondary by-products or reusable fractions.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L2 | 18% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect water-powered electric generators or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric plants to verify proper operation or to determine maintenance or repair needs.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform tests of water chemistry in boilers.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate hydroelectric plant equipment, such as turbines, pumps, valves, gates, fans, electric control boards, or battery banks.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain logs, reports, work requests, or other records of work performed in hydroelectric plants.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 45 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor and record flow meter performance.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Test materials and solutions, using testing equipment.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Process refined feedstock with additives in fermentation or reaction process vessels.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate chemical processing equipment for the production of biofuels.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Take readings and record data, such as water levels, temperatures, or flow rates.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Calculate, measure, load, or mix biomass feedstock for power generation.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Measure and monitor raw biofuels feedstock.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Identify or address malfunctions of hydroelectric plant operational equipment, such as generators, transformers, or turbines.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Measure and monitor raw biomass feedstock, including wood, waste, or refuse materials.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Preprocess feedstock in preparation for physical, chemical, or biological fuel production processes.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect biofuels plant or processing equipment regularly, recording or reporting damage and mechanical problems.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain or repair hydroelectric plant electrical, mechanical, or electronic equipment, such as motors, transformers, voltage regulators, generators, relays, battery systems, air compressors, sump pumps, gates, or valves.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 21% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Pump two or more materials into one tank to blend mixtures.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor stored biofuels products or secondary by-products until reused or transferred to users.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Calculate, measure, load, or mix refined feedstock used in biofuels production.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Coordinate raw product sourcing or collection.Biofuels Processing Technicians · supplemental task | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroelectric power generating plants.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L2L1 | 28% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect and deliver sample solutions for laboratory analysis.Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assess the quality of biofuels additives for reprocessing.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assess quality of biomass feedstock.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Implement load or switching orders in hydroelectric plants, in accordance with specifications or instructions.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean biofuels processing work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Preprocess feedstock to prepare for biochemical or thermochemical production processes.Biomass Plant Technicians · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 16% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Connect metal parts or components in hydroelectric plants by welding, soldering, riveting, tapping, bolting, bonding, or screwing.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform routine maintenance or make minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in biomass plants.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 18% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Install or calibrate electrical or mechanical equipment, such as motors, engines, switchboards, relays, switch gears, meters, pumps, hydraulics, or flood channels.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.1 h | Access to systems |
| Lift and move loads, using cranes, hoists, and rigging, to install or repair hydroelectric system equipment or infrastructure.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform preventive or corrective containment or cleanup measures in hydroelectric plants to prevent environmental contamination.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Change oil, hydraulic fluid, or other lubricants to maintain condition of hydroelectric plant equipment.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform tunnel or field inspections of hydroelectric plant facilities or resources.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Test and repair or replace electrical equipment, such as circuit breakers, station batteries, cable trays, conduits, or control devices.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 16% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate high voltage switches or related devices in hydropower stations.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 32 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 1.5 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as inspectors, machine setters, or fabricators.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 30% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate heavy equipment, such as bulldozers and front-end loaders.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Splice or terminate cables or electrical wiring in hydroelectric plants.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 32 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 40% | 38 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 38 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Read and interpret instruction manuals or technical drawings related to biomass-fueled power or biofuels production equipment or processes.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.5% | L2 | L3L2 | 80% | 45 min | Access to systems |
| Calibrate liquid flow devices or meters, including fuel, chemical, and water meters.Biomass Plant Technicians | 0.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Calibrate liquid flow devices and meters, including fuel, chemical, and water meters.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Manage parts and supply inventories for biomass plants.Biomass Plant Technicians · supplemental task | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Calculate labor and equipment requirements and production specifications, using standard formulas.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L3 | L3L3 | 80% | 1.3 h | Access to systems |
| Perform routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment or instruments used in the processing of biofuels.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 45 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Maintain operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 1.8 h | Access to systems |
| Cut, bend, or shape metal for applications in hydroelectric plants, using equipment such as hydraulic benders or pipe threaders.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Recommend or implement measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Requisition materials, supplies, equipment parts, or repair services.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 38 min | Access to systems |
| Determine standards, budgets, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor availability, and workloads.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.5 h | Access to systems |
| Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Evaluate employee performance.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.5 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Rebuild, repair, or replace biofuels processing equipment components.Biofuels Processing Technicians | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Set up and adjust machines and equipment.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Erect scaffolds, platforms, or hoisting frames to access hydroelectric plant machinery or infrastructure for repair or replacement.Hydroelectric Plant Technicians | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, or reactors, using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 4.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 4.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 32 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Control generator output to match the phase, frequency, or voltage of electricity supplied to panels.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 22 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate, control, or monitor gasifiers or related equipment, such as coolers, water quenches, water gas shifts reactors, or sulfur recovery units, to produce syngas or electricity from coal.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate or maintain distributed power generation equipment, including fuel cells or microturbines, to produce energy on-site for manufacturing or other commercial purposes.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 5.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect records or log book entries or communicate with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 25 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Take regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters and gauges, at established intervals.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Open and close valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Adjust controls to generate specified electrical power or to regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate, control, or monitor equipment, such as acid or gas carbon dioxide removal units, carbon dioxide compressors, or pipelines, to capture, store, or transport carbon dioxide exhaust.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, or reports.Power Plant Operators | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Recommend or execute personnel actions, such as hirings, evaluations, or promotions.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 1.8 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Communicate with systems operators to regulate and coordinate line voltages and transmission loads and frequencies.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 18 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate, control, or monitor integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) or related equipment, such as air separation units, to generate electricity from coal.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Plan and develop new products and production processes.First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 7.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors, to prevent failure or deterioration.Power Plant Operators | 0.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Analyze the layout, instrumentation, or function of electrical generation or transmission facilities.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Diagnose or troubleshoot problems with gas collection systems.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 38% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor well fields periodically to ensure proper functioning and performance.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate landfill gas, methane, or natural gas fueled electrical generation systems.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 4.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Prepare and submit compliance, operational, and safety forms or reports.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Repair or replace gas piping.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Trace electrical circuitry to ensure compliance of electrical systems with applicable codes or laws.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Verify that well field monitoring data conforms to applicable regulations.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 1.8 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect oil, water, or electrolyte samples for laboratory analysis.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Examine and test electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Receive outage calls and request necessary personnel during power outages or emergencies.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 12 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland or pipe joints.Power Plant Operators | 0.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Place standby emergency electrical generators on line in emergencies and monitor the temperature, output, and lubrication of the system.Power Plant Operators · supplemental task | 0.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.
Against other measures
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile | Pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 28.1% | 41 | |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.18 | 31 | |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.582 | 37 | |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 90.408 | 89 | |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.135 | 45 | |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.008 | 39 |
Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.
Same sub-major group (31)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Process control technicians not elsewhere classified 3139 | 91.1 | |
| Draughtspersons 3118 | 82.3 | |
| Mining supervisors 3121 | 71.6 | |
| Construction supervisors 3123 | 71.6 | |
| Chemical and physical science technicians 3111 | 69.7 | |
| Electronics engineering technicians 3114 | 60.2 | |
| Civil engineering technicians 3112 | 57.6 | |
| Manufacturing supervisors 3122 | 56.5 | |
| Air traffic safety electronics technicians 3155 | 54.7 | |
| Mining and metallurgical technicians 3117 | 51.5 | |
| Physical and engineering science technicians not elsewhere classified 3119 | 51.1 | |
| Mechanical engineering technicians 3115 | 50.0 |
Dashed line: incinerator and water treatment plant operators (28.1%).
Cite this record
Text
Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Incinerator and water treatment plant operators (ISCO-08 3132), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/3132
BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
title = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
year = {2026},
publisher = {Zenodo},
version = {v2026.1},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
note = {Record: Incinerator and water treatment plant operators (ISCO-08 3132)}
}Machine-readable
The same record as static JSON, with its citation: /adi/v2026.1/isco/3132.json.