Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Computer and Office Repair:
44.8%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Low
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forComputer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
$47,810 median salary•6,100 annual openings•SOC Code: 49-2011.00
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
This career lands in "Somewhat Resilient" because AI is already taking over a big chunk of the paperwork side, like writing up repair logs, tracking time cards, and generating maintenance reports, but the hands-on physical work remains firmly human. No robot can yet climb into a jammed ATM, resolder a corroded circuit board, or troubleshoot a weird, one-of-a-kind problem on a customer's site, and that unpredictable physical work is the core of this job.
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This role is somewhat resilient
This career lands in "Somewhat Resilient" because AI is already taking over a big chunk of the paperwork side, like writing up repair logs, tracking time cards, and generating maintenance reports, but the hands-on physical work remains firmly human. No robot can yet climb into a jammed ATM, resolder a corroded circuit board, or troubleshoot a weird, one-of-a-kind problem on a customer's site, and that unpredictable physical work is the core of this job.
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Computer and Office Repair
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How can Computer and Office Repair prepare for AI?
Latest AI news for Computer and Office Repair
These articles highlight how AI is transforming the roles of Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers. While AI can automate routine tasks like diagnosing hardware failures and generating repair recommendations, it won't fully replace technicians. For example, tasks such as resetting passwords can be automated, allowing technicians to focus on more complex issues. Understanding AI's capabilities can help students adapt and thrive in their careers, ensuring they remain valuable in an evolving job landscape while embracing new technology.
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
www.onetonline.org • 10/20/2026
Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax ... Read more
Will AI replace desktop computer technicians?
www.careerexplorer.com • 10/20/2026
AI is already diagnosing hardware failures, automating software troubleshooting, and generating repair recommendations. AI won't replace desktop technicians, ...
Computer, ATM, and Office Machine Repairers - Overview
apps.illinoisworknet.com • 10/20/2026
Computer, ATM, and office machine repairers maintain, fix, and install automated teller machines and office equipment. Computer, ATM, and office machine ... Read more
Can AI Replace Our Computer Repairs Technicians?
quinntechco.com • 10/20/2026
Automation : Repetitive tasks, such as resetting passwords or restarting devices, can be automated by AI, freeing up human technicians for more complex issues. Read more
Who's Using AI on the Job? It's Not Always Who You Think.
www.moomoo.com • 9/20/2026
AndrewKeshner The adoption of artificial intelligence at work has been widespread, but more 'shallow' than expected - for now A new study...
More Career Info
Career: Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
They fix and maintain computers, ATMs, and office machines to ensure they work properly and efficiently.
Parent Careers
Alternate Titles
Copier Technician (Copier Tech) · Field Engineer · Field Service Engineer · Service Technician (Service Tech) · ATM Technician (Automated Teller Machine Technician) · Computer Repair Technician (Computer Repair Tech) · Customer Service Engineer · Field Service Technician (Field Service Tech) · Field Technician (Field Tech) · Printer Repair Technician (Printer Repair Tech)
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$47,810
Jobs (2025)
72,100
Growth (2025-35)
-3.0%
Annual Openings
6,100
Education
Some college, no degree
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Travel to customers' stores or offices to service machines or to provide emergency repair service.
2
Repair, adjust, or replace electrical or mechanical components or parts, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering or welding equipment.
3
Lay cable and hook up electrical connections between machines, power sources, and phone lines.
4
Assemble machines according to specifications, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
5
Clean, oil, or adjust mechanical parts to maintain machines' operating efficiency and to prevent breakdowns.
6
Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
7
Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
