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Despite fears of drivers losing their jobs to robotaxis, Waymo’s boss says the company will still need humans to fill technician and operator roles | Fortune
- Waymo’s co-CEO says driverless services won’t replace human jobs, citing ongoing technician and operator roles.
- Waymo plans to fund technician training and partner with colleges to create automotive programs for the future workforce.
- Industry growth projected: the U.S. robotaxi market could rise to about 35,000 by 2030, with new jobs in AV production and maintenance.
- Experts say more than 114,000 new jobs could emerge in AV production and services over 15 years as driverless tech expands.
- Waymo highlights that human workers will support fleets behind the scenes, including tire rotation and vehicle servicing.
- Fortune notes the AV leadership’s broader message: automation reshapes, but does not erase, blue-collar employment.
- Executives emphasize infrastructure buildout, including charging networks and sensor calibration as part of the job ecosystem.
- Waymo’s COO notes investments create opportunities for diverse American workers beyond college pathways.
- Industry watchers cite Uber and Grab as indicators of a broader transition, with some roles shifting to remote safety and data tasks.
- The Fortune piece situates Waymo within a broader summit on workforce innovation and the future of jobs.
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