Surveillance Investigator

Digistream Investigations • Bedford, MA

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About The Position

DigiStream Investigations, a national private investigations firm, is hiring entry-level Surveillance Investigators for its New England team. Specialized training, credentials, prior experience, and a PI license are not required; paid training and the equipment needed for field work are provided. A company vehicle, gas card, and maintenance card are provided on the first day. The role involves conducting surveillance on fraud cases and requires adaptability, sound judgment, and the ability to blend in while working with minimal supervision. The work is unpredictable and may involve travel and overnight stays on remote assignments. Starting pay is $20 per hour; the posting states that average rookie investigators earn $44,000–$54,000 or more in their first year. Performance-based raises may be available at 90 days, six months, and annual performance reviews. The schedule starts with two consecutive weekdays off, averages 10-hour days and 50-hour weeks, and requires availability to start as early as 5 a.m., with occasional evening work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must currently live in lower New England: Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, or New Hampshire.
• Ability to pass a DMV check and background check.
• Confident driving skills.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight on remote assignments as needed.
• Accountability while working under minimal supervision.
• Adaptability to blend in undercover in any location and activity.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and early mornings.
• Ability to start work as early as 5 a.m. daily and occasionally work into the evenings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance on fraud cases.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and blend in while conducting surveillance in different locations and activities.
• Drive confidently, maintain surveillance positions, and use a video camera and laptop in the field.
• Travel and stay overnight for remote assignments as needed.
• Work accountably under minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Company vehicle provided on the first day, with gas and maintenance cards.
• Performance-based raise opportunities at 90 days, six months, and annual performance reviews.
• Monthly phone bill reimbursement.
• PTO accrual starting on the first day.
• Benefits available after 60 days.
• 401(k) with a 4% match offered after six months.
• Paid travel, meal per diem, and accommodations for remote cases.

What This Job Offers

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