ISCO-08 7411
Building and related electricians
30.5%
ADI · 247th of 433 · 95% interval 16.5–45.4
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 30.5% of the task time of building and related electricians, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full30.5%
247th of 433 · interval 16.5–45.4
ADI3 · full delegation0.0%
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
ADIs · share of time26.6%
263rd of 433 · interval 19.7–33.9
Evidence47
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 10.5 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 44.4%L1Augmentation · 25.1%L2Partial delegation · 30.5%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
47 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.Electricians | 4.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.Electricians | 4.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.Electricians | 4.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.Electricians | 4.3% | L0 | L0L2 | 14% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.Electricians | 4.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.Electricians | 3.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.Electricians | 3.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.Electricians | 3.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.Electricians | 3.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.Electricians | 3.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.Electricians | 3.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.Electricians | 3.0% | L1 | L1L2 | 20% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.Electricians | 2.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.Electricians | 2.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.Electricians | 2.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
Show the other 32 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.Electricians | 2.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.Electricians | 2.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 1.3 h | Access to systems |
| Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.Electricians | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.Electricians | 2.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.Electricians | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Install photovoltaic (PV) systems in accordance with codes and standards, using drawings, schematics, and instructions.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 9.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Determine materials, equipment, and installation sequences necessary to maximize installation efficiency.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.Electricians · supplemental task | 1.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with photovoltaic (PV) installations.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Diagram layouts and locations for photovoltaic (PV) arrays and equipment, including existing building or site features.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Assemble solar modules, panels, or support structures, as specified.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.2 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Check electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, or integrity of terminations.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install module array interconnect wiring, implementing measures to disable arrays during installation.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Apply weather sealing to array, building, or support mechanisms.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 58 min | Physical presence |
| Identify installation locations with proper orientation, area, solar access, or structural integrity for photovoltaic (PV) arrays.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Examine designs to determine current requirements for all parts of the photovoltaic (PV) system electrical circuit.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 45 min | – |
| Install required labels on solar system components and hardware.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Determine appropriate sizes, ratings, and locations for all system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, grounding equipment, and surge suppression equipment.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 1.8 h | Accountability |
| Test operating voltages to ensure operation within acceptable limits for power conditioning equipment, such as inverters and controllers.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 18% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Visually inspect and test photovoltaic (PV) modules or systems.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify methods for laying out, orienting, and mounting modules or arrays to ensure efficient installation, electrical configuration, or system maintenance.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Activate photovoltaic (PV) systems to verify system functionality and conformity to performance expectations.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Demonstrate system functionality and performance, including start-up, shut-down, normal operation, and emergency or bypass operations.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Determine connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting photovoltaic (PV) systems with utility services or other power generation sources.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify and resolve any deficiencies in photovoltaic (PV) system installation or materials.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Program, adjust, or configure inverters and controls for desired set points and operating modes.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Determine photovoltaic (PV) system designs or configurations based on factors such as customer needs, expectations, and site conditions.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Measure and analyze system performance and operating parameters to assess operating condition of systems or equipment.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Compile or maintain records of system operation, performance, and maintenance.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.1% | L2 | L2L3 | 70% | 1.4 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install active solar systems, including solar collectors, concentrators, pumps, or fans.Solar Photovoltaic Installers · supplemental task | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 10 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Select mechanical designs, installation equipment, or installation plans that conform to environmental, architectural, structural, site, and code requirements.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform routine photovoltaic (PV) system maintenance on modules, arrays, batteries, power conditioning equipment, safety systems, structural systems, weather sealing, or balance of systems equipment.Solar Photovoltaic Installers | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 2.5 h | 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) | 30.5% | 43 | |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.124 | 23 | |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.835 | 29 | |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 59 | 54 | |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.045 | 24 | |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0 | 16 |
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 (74)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics mechanics and servicers 7421 | 36.6 | |
| Information and communications technology installers and servicers 7422 | 24.6 | |
| Electrical mechanics and fitters 7412 | 21.7 | |
| Electrical line installers and repairers 7413 | 10.6 |
Dashed line: building and related electricians (30.5%).
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: Building and related electricians (ISCO-08 7411), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/7411
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: Building and related electricians (ISCO-08 7411)}
}Machine-readable
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