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Welder
Based on 36 assessments
8%
Low risk
Average realistic automation risk across all Welder profiles in the dataset.
Score spread
Distribution across 36 profiles.
Middle half of Welders score between 7% and 9%.
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Task breakdown by work type
Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.
Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.
Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.
No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.
Typical tasks
3 synthetic profiles for a Welder, ordered by automation exposure.
Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.
Performing welding tasks on metal components, such as joining, cutting, or filling gaps, to create or repair structures or products
deep expertise
42%
AA
0%
Setting up and operating welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, or stick welders, and adjusting settings like voltage and wire feed speed
deep expertise
social element
22%
DA
9%
Inspecting completed welds for quality, checking for defects like cracks, porosity, or incomplete fusion, and making necessary repairs
deep expertise
social element
12%
AA
5%
Preparing metal surfaces by cleaning, grinding, or cutting them to ensure proper fit and weld quality
9%
AA
6%
Following safety protocols, such as wearing protective gear, ensuring proper ventilation, and adhering to workplace safety standards
some context needed
social core
6%
AA
1%
Reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings to determine the specifications for a welding project
4%
AD
24%
Maintaining welding equipment, including replacing consumables like electrodes or nozzles, and troubleshooting issues
2%
AA
4%
Communicating with supervisors, engineers, or team members to clarify project requirements or report progress and issues
deep expertise
social core
1%
AA
0%
Performing welding tasks on metal components, such as joining, cutting, or filling gaps, to create or repair structures or products
deep expertise
36%
AA
10%
Setting up and operating welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, or stick welders, and adjusting settings like voltage and wire feed speed
deep expertise
20%
DA
7%
Preparing metal surfaces by cleaning, grinding, or cutting them to ensure proper fit and weld quality
18%
AA
4%
Inspecting completed welds for quality, checking for defects like cracks, porosity, or incomplete fusion, and making necessary repairs
deep expertise
social element
12%
AA
4%
Maintaining welding equipment, including replacing consumables like electrodes or nozzles, and troubleshooting issues
deep expertise
5%
AA
7%
Following safety protocols, such as wearing protective gear, ensuring proper ventilation, and adhering to workplace safety standards
some context needed
social core
4%
AA
6%
Reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings to determine the specifications for a welding project
1%
AD
27%
Communicating with supervisors, engineers, or team members to clarify project requirements or report progress and issues
deep expertise
social core
1%
AA
1%
Setting up and operating welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, or stick welders, and adjusting settings like voltage and wire feed speed
deep expertise
29%
DA
10%
Performing welding tasks on metal components, such as joining, cutting, or filling gaps, to create or repair structures or products
deep expertise
25%
AA
6%
Preparing metal surfaces by cleaning, grinding, or cutting them to ensure proper fit and weld quality
15%
AA
5%
Following safety protocols, such as wearing protective gear, ensuring proper ventilation, and adhering to workplace safety standards
some context needed
social core
11%
AA
6%
Reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings to determine the specifications for a welding project
8%
AD
30%
Inspecting completed welds for quality, checking for defects like cracks, porosity, or incomplete fusion, and making necessary repairs
deep expertise
social element
7%
AA
8%
Communicating with supervisors, engineers, or team members to clarify project requirements or report progress and issues
deep expertise
social core
1%
AA
7%
Maintaining welding equipment, including replacing consumables like electrodes or nozzles, and troubleshooting issues
0%
AA
5%
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