AI and the Future of Skilled Trades: Why Technology Won’t Replace Technicians

AI is changing the skilled trades, but what does that mean for the people doing the work?As homes get smarter, tools become more connected and artificial intelligence makes its way into the field, the job of an HVAC technician is beginning to evolve. But the biggest changes may not be the ones people expect.In this episode of Skilled Nation, host Jimmy Rhoades sits down with Jamie Quanrud of Resideo to look beyond the headlines and explore what the future of skilled work could really look like.What skills will matter most? How will AI change the way technicians diagnose problems and serve customers? What happens to decades of hands-on experience when technology can analyze massive amounts of information in seconds? And are young people entering the trades uniquely prepared for what’s coming next?Jamie also shares what she’s seeing through Resideo Academy and her work with contractors, educators and the next generation of HVAC professionals.If you work in the skilled trades, are considering an HVAC career or are wondering what AI means for hands-on jobs, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear.Because the future of the trades is already taking shape.Skilled Nation is sponsored by Tulsa Welding School.It’s a way of life. A badge of honor.#SkilledTrades #HVAC #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #SkilledNation #HVACTechnician #TradeCareers #AI #SmartHome #WorkforceDevelopment