SOC 49-2021
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
Risk Score
⚠️59/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥11,400
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$64K
$42K – $103K
Projected Growth
📈+8.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖53/100
Moderate exposure
💡 Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers face a risk score of 59/100 — 15 points above the national average of 44. With 53/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $64K ($18K 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 59/100, Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 11,400 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection and working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics
Predictive maintenance AI reducing reactive repair needs
Robotic inspection of hard-to-reach equipment
AI parts inventory and supply chain optimization
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection
Working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces
Adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment
Customer communication about technical issues
📊 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% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 77% |
| Supervisors of Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | 33 | $78K | 82% |