Private Investigator

Digistream Investigations • Philadelphia, PA

12d

About The Position

DigiStream Investigations is seeking a Private Investigator for the greater Philadelphia region. This field-based role involves conducting covert surveillance and gathering evidence for clients defending insurance-related cases. Investigators work autonomously, travel to assignments, and receive hands-on training. The surveillance vehicle is kept at the investigator’s residence, and travel to and from assignments begins and ends there; daily office or motor-pool commutes are not required. The company hires at entry level and offers an internal promotion track based on performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must currently live in the greater Philadelphia area.
• Availability to work five days per week, any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Availability for an average of 50–55 hours per week, including commute and drive time, with an average of 10–12 hours per day.
• Ability to start as early as 5:00 a.m. daily, with occasional evening work.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight for remote assignments.
• Ability to pass a DMV check and background check.
• Confident driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, follow, and videotape subjects as they conduct their day-to-day activities.
• Pursue subjects by vehicle and on foot while maintaining cover.
• Develop pre-surveillance strategies based on the setup location and case details.
• Write detailed reports on observed or captured activities and submit video evidence.
• Communicate regularly with the team leader about setup positions, activity, and tactics.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Performance incentives.
• Paid travel to and from local and remote assignments.
• Cellphone reimbursement.
• Company-provided vehicle.
• Equipment provided, including a video camera, laptop, tripod, and fuel and maintenance card.
• Paid, hands-on training.
• Opportunities for growth through the Surveillance Investigator Promotion Track.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED