Sheet Metal Workers
Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment.
SOC 47-2211
AI exposure: 22/100
shielded tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet Metal Workers | 22 | $58,280 | +5% | 142,100 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Physical Stamina
- Technical Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Mathematics
- Problem Solving
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Sheet Metal Workers?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Sheet Metal Workers role. Its 22/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 22/100, in the Shielded band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $58,280 median annual wage and 5% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
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| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers | 22 | $58,200 | +5% | 91,800 |
| Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers | 22 | $57,880 | +5% | 23,800 |
| Medical Equipment Repairers | 22 | $59,180 | +14% | 48,100 |
| Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners | 22 | $56,920 | +8% | 156,300 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 22 | $56,850 | +5% | 278,800 |
| Hearing Aid Specialists | 22 | $60,230 | +15% | 12,500 |
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