I agree with aspects of what you mean. But there are exceptions on both sides.

Ofc people dont want to become human fax machines (Morse decoders) nowadays, it would feel absurd.

But also if a role allows someone to feel satisfaction in accomplishment and in being an active member of a society it can be meaningful. For example tidying up streets/yards in low income neighborhoods can make the place look much better and you can feel like you're serving folks who are in need.