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Field Investigator

Location
Chicago, IL
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-08-25

Job description

Job Description:

Advantage Surveillance is seeking a Surveillance Investigator in Chicago, IL Area and surrounding areas. The qualified candidate will be responsible for conducting basic surveillance and investigative activities for our operations team. As a new investigator, we will provide you with a comprehensive training program, door to door travel pay, a vehicle allowance, fuel card, a top-of-the-line camera kit, as well as our other generous benefit offerings listed below.

Responsibilities:

Locating Subjects of assigned investigations.
Conducting covert observations of the Subject (Both Stationary and Mobile Surveillance).
Recording Subject activity on a video recording device.
Preparing a written descriptive log of observations (Surveillance Report).
Uploading Video Evidence and a Surveillance Report

Qualifications:

PERC CARD
20 Hour Private Investigator Certification
Private Investigator Cross license - We assist with this
Creative Thinking, Self-Motivated
Reliable Vehicle
Good Oral and Written Communication Skills
Must meet state mandated requirements to obtain or maintain a Private Detective / Private Investigator license / registration in multiple states
Ability to Pass a 10 Panel Drug Screening.
Good Driving Record
Weekend and Holiday Availability
Prior related surveillance & workers’ compensation experience is helpful but not required
Ability to travel up to 100% of the time
Salary: $23-$26

Company Benefits:

Company-paid hotels during business travel
Company provided camera kit and laptop
Fuel Card
Tax-Free Monthly Vehicle Allowance
Tax-Free Daily Per Diem of $45 for overnight stays when traveling
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Generous PTO policy including 2 weeks during your first year
Company-paid parental leave
Door to door travel pay
Vision insurance

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