41-2021.00

Counter and Rental Clerks

Receive orders, generally in person, for repairs, rentals, and services. May describe available options, compute cost, and accept payment.

9.3OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
High Risk

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Top 3% most at-risk occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 97% probability of automation for this role
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Top 3%
most at-risk
28
jobs riskier than this
+3.2%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Hybrid Threat

Both AI software and physical automation threaten different aspects of this role, creating a compound risk from multiple directions.

Counter and Rental Clerks process transactions and assist customers with rentals — work where AI-powered self-service kiosks and automated rental systems (Enterprise's digital check-in, equipment rental apps) are reducing the need for human clerks. Routine transactions are highly vulnerable; complex customer issues and specialized equipment guidance retain some human value. Moderate-to-high displacement risk through 2027.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$38,540
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+3.2%
As fast as average
Education Required
No formal educational credential
Job Zone 2 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Active Listening65%
Speaking60%
Coordination62%
Monitoring58%
Time Management55%

Career Pivot Paths

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93% automation risk

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