Building construction labourers
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 1.1% of the task time of building construction labourers, and finish 0.0% alone. Most of the rest requires physical presence.
417th of 433 · interval 0.0–2.8
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
427th of 433 · interval 5.3–7.8
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 61.4 million.
How the tasks rate
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean work areas and equipment.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Perform support duties to assist painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or masons.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 7% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Smooth surfaces of articles to be painted, using sanding and buffing tools and equipment.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons · supplemental task | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Apply protective coverings, such as masking tape, to articles or areas that could be damaged or stained by work processes.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 35 min | Physical presence |
| Mix plaster, and carry plaster to plasterers.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons · supplemental task | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Supply or hold tools and materials.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Fill cracks or breaks in surfaces of plaster articles or areas with putty or epoxy compounds.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Mix mortar, plaster, and grout, manually or using machines, according to standard formulas.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Erect scaffolding.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Modify material moving, mixing, grouting, grinding, polishing, or cleaning procedures, according to installation or material requirements.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L2 | 24% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Requisition tools and equipment, select type and size of pipe, and collect and transport materials and equipment to work site.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
Show the other 114 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Cut materials to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 10 min | Physical presence |
| Transport materials, tools, or machines to installation sites, manually or using conveyance equipment.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Cut timbers, lumber, or paneling to specified dimensions.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Fit or assist in fitting valves, couplings, or assemblies to tanks, pumps, or systems, using hand tools.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Cut pipe and lift up to fitters.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 22 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Locate and supply materials to masons for installation, following drawings or numbered sequences.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L2 | 19% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance in the preparation, installation, repair, or rebuilding of tile, brick, or stone surfaces.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 14% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 10 min | Physical presence |
| Drill holes in timbers or lumber.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 8 min | Physical presence |
| Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mount brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes, and set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Arrange or store materials, machines, tools, or equipment.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut.Helpers--Carpenters | 1.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent soldering.Helpers--Electricians | 1.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Clean work areas and equipment.Helpers--Roofers | 1.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Check to ensure that completed roofs are watertight.Helpers--Roofers | 0.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 35 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Sweep and clean roofs to prepare them for the application of new roofing materials.Helpers--Roofers | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Maintain tools and equipment.Helpers--Roofers | 0.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Erect scaffolding or other installation structures.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Remove excess grout or residue from tile or brick joints, using sponges or trowels.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 1.0 h | Physical presence |
| Place articles to be stripped into stripping tanks.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons · supplemental task | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Unload materials and tools from work trucks, and unroll roofing as directed.Helpers--Roofers | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Clean installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites, or storage areas, using water, chemical solutions, oxygen lances, or polishing machines.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Locate worn or torn areas in roofs.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 20 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Cover roofs with layers of roofing felt or asphalt strips before installing tile, slate, or composition materials.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 4.5 h | Physical presence |
| Clean work area and wash parts.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 28 min | Physical presence |
| Move or position materials such as marble slabs, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance to skilled roofers installing and repairing roofs, flashings, and surfaces.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Set ladders, scaffolds, and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean shop, work area, and machines, using solvent and rags.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove old roofing materials.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 6.0 h | Physical presence |
| Excavate and grade ditches, and lay and join pipe for water and sewer service.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install gas burners to convert furnaces from wood, coal, or oil.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · supplemental task | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Hoist tar and roofing materials to roofs, using ropes and pulleys, or carry materials up ladders.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 28 min | Physical presence |
| Place tiles, nail them to roof boards, and cover nailheads with roofing cement.Helpers--Roofers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove articles such as cabinets, metal furniture, and paint containers from stripping tanks after prescribed periods of time.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons · supplemental task | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Fill pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion, and hold pipes during bending and installation.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · supplemental task | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove damaged tile, brick, or mortar, and clean or prepare surfaces, using pliers, hammers, chisels, drills, wire brushes, or metal wire anchors.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Apply grout between joints of bricks or tiles, using grouting trowels.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 42 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.Construction Laborers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 20 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 18% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, handtruck, or heavy, motorized truck.Helpers--Electricians | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt.Construction Laborers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.Helpers--Electricians | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Lubricate, clean, or repair machinery, equipment, or tools.Construction Laborers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Attach roofing paper and composition shingles, using nails.Helpers--Roofers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Pour specified amounts of chemical solutions into stripping tanks.Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.Construction Laborers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Install sewer, water, or storm drain pipes, using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 5.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed.Construction Laborers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Construct controllers and panels, using power drills, drill presses, taps, saws, and punches.Helpers--Electricians | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Correct surface imperfections or fill chipped, cracked, or broken bricks or tiles, using fillers, adhesives, or grouting materials.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Smooth or sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Attach sheets of metal to roof boards or building frameworks when installing metal roofs.Helpers--Roofers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 2.4 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Construct forms and assist in raising them to the required elevation.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform emergency leak repairs and general maintenance for a variety of roof types.Helpers--Roofers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Glue and clamp edges or joints of assembled parts.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Install handrails under the direction of a carpenter.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Clean and renew steam traps.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Apply shingles, gravel, or asphalt over the top layer of tar to protect the roofing material.Helpers--Roofers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 2% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Position, join, align, or seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections or pipes.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.Construction Laborers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Chop tar into small pieces, and heat chopped tar in kettles.Helpers--Roofers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.Construction Laborers | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 22 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Apply caulk, sealants, or other agents to installed surfaces.Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.Construction Laborers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L2 | 20% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Immerse pipe in chemical solution to remove dirt, oil, and scale.Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Clear drains and downspouts and clean gutters.Helpers--Roofers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| String transmission lines or cables through ducts or conduits, under the ground, through equipment, or to towers.Helpers--Electricians | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, or masons.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 6.0 h | Physical presence |
| Bolt component parts together to form tower assemblies, using hand tools.Helpers--Electricians | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Dig trenches or holes for installation of conduit or supports.Helpers--Electricians | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Spray materials, such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco, through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.4 h | Physical presence |
| Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Cut and install insulating or sound-absorbing material.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Smooth or finish freshly poured cement or concrete, using floats, trowels, screeds, or powered cement finishing tools.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Mop, brush, or spread paints, cleaning solutions, or other compounds over surfaces to clean them or to provide protection.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces, such as concrete, marble, terrazzo, or wood flooring, using abrasive tools or machines.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 2.8 h | Physical presence |
| Raze buildings or salvage useful materials.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate or maintain air monitoring or other sampling devices in confined or hazardous environments.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Secure stakes to grids for constructions of footings, nail scabs to footing forms, and vibrate and float concrete.Helpers--Carpenters | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Requisition materials, using warehouse requisition or release forms.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Perform site activities required of green certified construction practices, such as implementing waste management procedures, identifying materials for reuse, or installing erosion or sedimentation control mechanisms.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driver.Helpers--Electricians | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Cut tile or linoleum to fit and spread adhesives on flooring for installation.Helpers--Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence |
| Cover surfaces with laminated plastic covering material.Helpers--Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 1.8 h | Physical presence |
| Raise, lower, or position equipment, tools, and materials, using hoist, hand line, or block and tackle.Helpers--Electricians | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Trim trees and clear undergrowth along right-of-way.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Place, consolidate, or protect case-in-place concrete or masonry structures.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Tend machines that pump concrete, grout, cement, sand, plaster, or stucco through spray guns for application to ceilings or walls.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Paint a variety of objects related to electrical functions.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.1 h | Physical presence |
| Apply caulking compounds by hand or caulking guns to protect against entry of water or air.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate jackhammers or drills to break up concrete or pavement.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mix, pour, or spread concrete, using portable cement mixers.Construction Laborers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Erect electrical system components and barricades, and rig scaffolds, hoists, and shoring.Helpers--Electricians | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Solder electrical connections, using soldering iron.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Break up concrete, using airhammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Operate cutting torches and welding equipment, while working with conduit and metal components to construct devices associated with electrical functions.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Operate heavy equipment, such as backhoes.Helpers--Electricians · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.5 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.
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile | Pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 1.1% | 4 | |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.011 | 3 | |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -1.733 | 1 | |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 18.533 | 12 | |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.007 | 9 | |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.004 | 34 |
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.
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Freight handlers 9333 | 45.3 | |
| Shelf fillers 9334 | 23.2 | |
| Manufacturing labourers not elsewhere classified 9329 | 18.4 | |
| Hand and pedal vehicle drivers 9331 | 15.2 | |
| Hand packers 9321 | 8.5 | |
| Drivers of animal-drawn vehicles and machinery 9332 | 5.6 | |
| Mining and quarrying labourers 9311 | 0.0 | |
| Civil engineering labourers 9312 | 0.0 |
Dashed line: building construction labourers (1.1%).
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 construction labourers (ISCO-08 9313), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/9313
@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 construction labourers (ISCO-08 9313)}
}The same record as static JSON, with its citation: /adi/v2026.1/isco/9313.json.