SOC 47-2171
Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers
Risk Score
⚠️39/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥14,140
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$59K
$39K – $96K
Projected Growth
📈+4.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖10/100
Low exposure
💡 Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers face a risk score of 39/100 — 5 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 $59K ($13K 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 39/100, Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like autonomous heavy equipment operation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 14,140 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions and navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Reinforcing Iron and Rebar 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
Drone-based site surveying and inspection
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Real-time safety judgment in hazardous conditions
Navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Client-facing consultation on custom project needs
📊 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% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 74% |
| Supervisors of Construction and Extraction Workers | 33 | $79K | 72% |