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ISCO-08 8344

Lifting truck operators

4.2%
ADI · 404th of 433 · 95% interval 2.1–9.9

An AI agent can at least partly carry out 4.2% of the task time of lifting truck operators, 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 full4.2%

404th of 433 · interval 2.1–9.9

ADI3 · full delegation0.0%

201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0

ADIs · share of time9.1%

413th of 433 · interval 6.0–15.2

Evidence50

task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 7.0 million.

Task weight by level

How the tasks rate

83%
13%
L0No meaningful role · 83.1%L1Augmentation · 12.6%L2Partial delegation · 4.2%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers

What stops the agent

Physical presence96%
Accountability44%
Trust and care4%
Access to systems55%

Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.

50 task statements, heaviest first
Task statement (O*NET occupation)Sonnet · HaikuBarriers
Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators12.2%L0L0L02%20 minPhysical presence, Accountability
Move controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators12.1%L0L0L02%4.1 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators11.6%L0L0L02%5 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators11.4%L0L0L04%38 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators10.8%L0L0L112%30 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators · supplemental task9.3%L1L1L118%4 minPhysical presence, Access to systems
Operate or tend automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators · supplemental task8.6%L0L0L110%2.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Perform routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied-gas tank.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators · supplemental task8.4%L0L0L16%25 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Turn valves and open chutes to dump, spray, or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators · supplemental task7.5%L0L0L02%15 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Enforce safety rules and regulations.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L1L1L225%45 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L2L2L245%25 minTrust and care, Access to systems
Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L1L1L230%25 minPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations or production goals.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L2L2L258%1.3 hAccess to systems
Review orders, production schedules, blueprints, or shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L2L2L265%45 minAccess to systems
Drive vehicles or operate machines or equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L0L0L02%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Show the other 35 tasks
Task statement (O*NET occupation)Sonnet · HaikuBarriers
Interpret transportation or tariff regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, or company policies and procedures for workers.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L2L2L260%32 minAccountability, Trust and care
Examine, measure, or weigh cargo or materials to determine specific handling requirements.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L1L1L120%18 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Monitor field work to ensure proper performance and use of materials.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L1L1L232%1.3 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Maintain or verify records of time, materials, expenditures, or crew activities.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L2L2L260%38 minAccountability, Access to systems
Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.3%L1L1L230%45 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Dispatch personnel and vehicles in response to telephone or radio reports of emergencies.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L2L2L248%8 minAccountability, Access to systems
Compute or estimate cash, payroll, transportation, personnel, or storage requirements.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L268%1.3 hAccess to systems
Direct workers in transportation or related services, such as pumping, moving, storing, or loading or unloading of materials.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators · supplemental task0.2%L1L1L232%2.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Plan and establish schedules.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L262%1.8 hAccess to systems
Assist workers in tasks, such as loading vehicles.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators · supplemental task0.2%L0L0L219%30 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Requisition needed personnel, supplies, equipment, parts, or repair services.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L2L2L262%38 minAccess to systems
Explain and demonstrate work tasks to new workers or assign training tasks to experienced workers.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L1L1L228%1.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Perform or schedule repairs or preventive maintenance of vehicles or other equipment.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators · supplemental task0.2%L2L2L242%1.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, production, or work-related accidents.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L2L2L268%52 minAccountability, Access to systems
Recommend and implement measures to improve worker motivation, equipment performance, work methods, or customer services.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L2L2L245%3.3 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Recommend or implement personnel actions, such as employee selection, evaluation, rewards, or disciplinary actions.First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators0.2%L2L2L255%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Inspect work areas or operating equipment to ensure conformance to established standards in areas such as cleanliness or maintenance.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L115%35 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Take disciplinary action to address performance problems.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L238%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Resolve customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L252%35 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Requisition necessary supplies, equipment, or services.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L262%38 minAccess to systems
Recruit and hire staff members.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L258%6.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Recommend and implement measures to improve worker motivation, work methods, or customer services.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L242%3.5 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Participate in continuing education to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L250%1.8 h–
Observe and evaluate workers' appearance and performance to ensure quality service and compliance with specifications.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L122%1.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Meet with managers or other supervisors to stay informed of changes affecting operations.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L228%52 minPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L242%25 minPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Inspect materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L120%45 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Inform workers about interests or special needs of specific groups.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L260%30 minTrust and care, Access to systems
Explain and demonstrate work tasks to new workers or assign training tasks to experienced workers.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L232%1.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care
Enforce safety rules and regulations.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L230%1.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Direct or coordinate the activities of workers, such as flight or car attendants.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L230%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Compute or estimate cash, payroll, transportation, or personnel requirements.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L268%1.0 hAccess to systems
Apply customer feedback to service improvement efforts.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L258%2.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Analyze and record personnel or operational data and write related activity reports.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L2L2L270%1.5 hAccess to systems
Train workers in proper operational procedures and functions and explain company policies.First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants · supplemental task0.1%L1L1L242%1.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care

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

MeasureValuePercentilePct
ADI (this index)4.2%7
Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β0.07312
Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure-1.19812
Webb (2020), AI patent exposure62.77156
Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure0.04123
Anthropic Economic Index, observed use016

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 (83)

Neighbouring occupations

Dashed line: lifting truck operators (4.2%).

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: Lifting truck operators (ISCO-08 8344), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/8344

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: Lifting truck operators (ISCO-08 8344)}
}
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