Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 6/19/2026
AI Resilience Score for Dredge Operators:
39.7%
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%).
Med
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%).
Low
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.
Limited data sources are available, or existing sources show notable disagreement on the outlook for this occupation.
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AI Resilience Report forDredge Operators
$48,430 median salary•100 annual openings•SOC Code: 53-7030
Dredge Operators are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 5 sources.
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Career: Dredge Operators
They operate machines to remove sand, gravel, or mud from the bottom of water bodies, keeping waterways clear for boats and preventing floods.
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Median Wage
$48,430
Jobs (2024)
1,100
Growth (2024-34)
+9.1%
Annual Openings
100
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2024-2034
