Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Road repair & upkeep crew:
50.3%
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.
High
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
AI Resilience Report forHighway Maintenance Workers
$50,260 median salary•11,800 annual openings•SOC Code: 47-4050
Highway Maintenance Workers are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
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Career: Highway Maintenance Workers
They keep roads safe and smooth by fixing potholes, clearing debris, and maintaining signs and guardrails.
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Employment & Wage Data
* Data aggregated from 1 child occupations
Median Wage
$50,260
Jobs (2025)
161,800
Growth (2025-35)
+3.4%
Annual Openings
11,800
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
