Field Investigator

Advantage Investigations

. Conduct covert, stationary, and mobile surveillance .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting covert and mobile surveillance, performing claims investigations, and preparing detailed reports. Proficient in utilizing surveillance equipment and maintaining compliance with state licensing requirements.

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Covert SurveillanceClaims InvestigationsVideo Evidence RecordingPrivate Investigator LicenseWritten Communication

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Hard Skills

Surveillance TechniquesVideo RecordingScene InvestigationsPaint Sample AnalysisEDR DeploymentsRCS RetrievalsReport PreparationBasic Claims Investigations

Soft Skills

Good Oral CommunicationSelf-MotivatedAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Surveillance VehicleVideo Recording Device

Certifications & Qualifications

Private Investigator License

Industry Keywords

SurveillanceClaims InvestigationsMVRTravel RequirementsState Mandated Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct covert, stationary, and mobile surveillance
Conduct surveillance throughout the home state and surrounding states
Record subject activity on a video recording device
Conduct alive and well checks, locates, basic scene investigations, paint sample analysis, EDR, and RCS deployments/retrievals
Prepare and complete written reports of observations
Upload video evidence and surveillance reports
Conduct covert surveillance, investigate daily activities, obtain video evidence, and provide clear reports to the operations team
Perform basic claims investigations
Travel daily within the investigator’s area/territory

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current SC Private Investigator License preferred but not required
Private Investigator Licenses required (licensing differs between states)
Previous experience related to surveillance/claims investigations is preferred
Access to a reliable, suitable surveillance vehicle for day-to-day use
Valid driver’s license
Ability to provide MVR (driving record)
Willingness to travel throughout home state and surrounding states for work
Varying weekly work schedule includes weekend and holiday availability
Good oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated; ability to work independently
Meet state mandated requirements to obtain and maintain a Private Investigator license in multiple states
Must pass a drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-rate door-to-door hourly pay
Fuel card provided
Monthly vehicle allowance
Monthly cell phone allowance
Equipment provided
Comprehensive training program
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
Life insurance and other supplemental options
Paid lodging (when applicable)
Per diem pay when out of town
401(k) with match
2 weeks of PTO (paid time off)
Parental leave
Bi-weekly pay