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Private Investigator

Digistream Investigations•Jacksonville, FL
•Onsite

About The Position

DigiStream Investigations is seeking a Private Investigator for the greater Jacksonville, Florida region. This field-based role involves conducting covert surveillance and gathering evidence for clients defending insurance-related cases. Investigators work independently, travel to assignments, and may conduct surveillance in a variety of settings. The role includes hands-on training, and the company covers the cost of obtaining the required investigator licensure and guides employees through the process. The schedule averages 50 hours per week, including commute and drive time, with a five-day schedule averaging 10–12 hours per day. Work may begin as early as 5:00 a.m. and occasionally continue into the evening. Availability is required any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, and some assignments require overnight travel. The surveillance vehicle is kept at the employee’s residence, and travel to and from assignments begins and ends there.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Average availability of 50 hours per week, including commute and drive time.
  • Willingness to travel and stay overnight on remote assignments.
  • Availability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to start work as early as 5:00 a.m., with occasional evening work.
  • Must currently live in the greater Jacksonville region.
  • Ability to pass a DMV check and background check.
  • Confident driving skills.
  • Availability to work a five-day-per-week schedule averaging 10–12 hours per day.
  • No PI license is required at application; DigiStream covers the licensure cost and guides employees through the process.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 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
  • Professional, hands-on training
  • Opportunities for growth and promotion from within
  • Team-building events

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