SOC 47-3019
Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other
Risk Score
⚠️49/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥25,510
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$41K
$31K – $59K
Projected Growth
📈+4.4%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖35/100
Moderate exposure
💡 Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other face a risk score of 49/100 — 5 points above the national average of 44. With only 35/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $41K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 49/100, Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like robotic bricklaying and prefabrication automation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 25,510 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions and physical work in confined or elevated spaces to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Robotic bricklaying and prefabrication automation
Drone-based site surveying and inspection
3D printing of building components
BIM-integrated automated progress tracking
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions
Physical work in confined or elevated spaces
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 63% |
| Extraction Workers | 29 | $56K | 70% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 79% |