<div id="readability-page-1"><div><div><p><strong>Tesla Inc.</strong> <span>TSLA</span> will pay NYC test operators of its Robotaxi up to $30 an hour amid CEO <strong>Elon Musk</strong>'s ambitious robotaxi plans.</p><h2>Tesla Is Looking For A ‘Prototype Vehicle Operator'</h2><p>The company, on Tuesday, posted a job listing on its official website titled &#34;Vehicle Operator, Autopilot&#34; in New York City. The job requires candidates to drive a vehicle on NYC streets for &#34;5 to 8 hours, daily.&#34;</p><p>&#34;As a Prototype Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for driving an engineering vehicle for extended periods, conducting dynamic audio and camera data collection,&#34; the job listing said.</p><h2>Tesla Will Offer Up To $33 an hour</h2><p>The company says that the pay range for the job ranges from $25.25 – $27.60/hour and $28.75 – $30.60/hour. Tesla also says that night and afternoon shifts pay an additional 10%, taking the total pay to approximately $33/hour.</p><p><em>Source: Tesla</em></p><p>As per ZipRecruiter, the average hourly rate in NYC is around $23, so Tesla is offering an above-average hourly rate.</p><h2>Tesla Expands Ride-Hailing Service, Robotaxi Faces Lawsuit</h2><p>The news comes as Tesla has expanded its ride-hailing service to the San Francisco Bay Area. However, the company offers the service with a safety driver on board, as Tesla does not have a permit to operate Robotaxis in the state.</p><p>Meanwhile, the Tesla Robotaxi is facing a possible class-action lawsuit from investors who allege that the Robotaxi is dangerous following instances of speeding and driving in the wrong lane, among other incidents during June's launch event in Austin.</p><h2>Elon Musk's $56 Billion Pay Package Hearing In October</h2><p>Elsewhere, Musk's $56 billion pay package, which was struck down by a Delaware court in 2024, is scheduled to be heard in court in October as a five-judge panel will hear oral arguments over the case.</p><p>Tesla scores well on Momentum, Quality and Growth metrics, but offers poor Value. For more such insights, sign up for Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings today!</p><p><em>Check out more of Benzinga's Future Of Mobility coverage by</em><em> following this link.</em></p><ul> <li>Tesla Talent Exodus Continues As North America Service Chief Departs Elon Musk’s EV Giant</li> </ul><p><em>Photo courtesy: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock.com</em></p></div></div></div>

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<p>Tesla Inc. is offering up to $33/hour for NYC test operators of its Robotaxi, as part of CEO Elon Musk's plans. The job requires driving for 5 to 8 hours daily, with pay ranging from $25.25 to $30.60/hour, plus a 10% bonus for night and afternoon shifts. This comes amid Tesla's expansion of its ride-hailing service and a potential class-action lawsuit regarding the Robotaxi's safety. Additionally, Musk's $56 billion pay package is set for a court hearing in October.</p>

- Tesla Inc. is hiring vehicle operators in NYC for its Robotaxi project, offering pay up to $30 an hour.  
- The job involves driving for 5 to 8 hours daily, with additional pay for night and afternoon shifts, making the total possible pay around $33/hour.  
- This announcement coincides with Tesla's expansion of its ride-hailing service and ongoing legal challenges regarding the safety of its Robotaxi.

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Elon Musk's Tesla Offering Up To $33/Hour For NYC Robotaxi Test Drivers