SOC 47-5081
Helpers--Extraction Workers
Risk Score
⚠️41/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥6,720
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$48K
$36K – $68K
Projected Growth
📈-1.7%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖10/100
Low exposure
💡 Helpers--Extraction Workers face a risk score of 41/100 — 3 points below the national average of 44. With only 10/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $48K ($2K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 41/100, Helpers--Extraction Workers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like autonomous heavy equipment operation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 6,720 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions and fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Helpers--Extraction Workers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Autonomous heavy equipment operation
3D printing of building components
AI project scheduling and resource optimization
BIM-integrated automated progress tracking
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Adapting to unique building configurations on-site
Physical work in confined or elevated spaces
📊 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 | 67% |
| Extraction Workers | 29 | $56K | 84% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 78% |