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Surveillance Investigator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Vallejo, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 22 - 28
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Actively interviewing now immediate openings available. Apply today and hear back within 48 hours.
Signing bonus paid after successful completion of the 90-day introductory period. Full details shared during the offer stage.
About Us
APEX Investigation is a trusted leader in Insurance Workers Compensation Liability and Human Resource Investigations. For over 40 years APEX has stood firm in its dedication to reducing insurance risks and combating fraudulent claims. Our commitment to delivering fast high-quality and reliable investigations has made us the partner of choice for our clients. APEX Investigations mission is to build lasting relationships through trust integrity and quality investigations. The APEX team lives out that mission by providing constant communication results you can use delivered fast at a fair price.
The Role
We are seeking aSurveillance Investigatorto join our dynamic this role youll conduct stationary and mobile surveillance gather critical intelligence and produce detailed reports that help clients make informed decisions. Every day offers new challenges and opportunities to showcase your investigative expertise and problem-solving skills.
Compensation and Earnings
- Hourly Rate: $22 - $28
- Target Annual Earnings: $60000 $74000
- Monthly Performance Bonuses:Up to $300/month ($3600/year)
- Mileage Reimbursement:$0.705/mile (IRS rate)
- Paid Travel Time
Earnings vary based on individual performance and market conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform discreet stationary and mobile surveillance using your own nondescript vehicle
- Capture high-quality video footage in line with court evidence standards
- Submit accurate detailed and timely case reports using our online case management system
- Analyze case details to define objectives and verify crucial information such as addresses phone numbers and vehicle descriptions
- Maintain constant communication with management for real-time updates on investigations
Day in The Life of a PI
Heres what a typical day actually looks like no two are the same but this gives you a feel for the work.
- Conducting discreet surveillance by monitoring following and capturing video footage of subjects as they go about their daily activities
- Engaging in both vehicle and foot surveillance while maintaining cover and situational awareness
- Observing and documenting a variety of activities from routine errands like grocery shopping to dynamic environments such as the gym sporting events or the movies
- Developing effective pre-surveillance strategies tailored to the location and specific case details
- Preparing detailed accurate reports on all observed activities and submitting high-quality video evidence to support findings
- Maintaining consistent communication with your team leader to update on activity and adjust strategies as needed
- Check out this video to learn more: Day in The Life of a PI
What Youll Need to Apply
- Ownership or access to a discreet reliable vehicle (see vehicle guidelines below)
- Flexible availability including weekends holidays and overnight travel as needed
- Ability to work an average of 40-50 hours per week starting as early as 5:00-7:00 AM
- A valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Strong and confident driving skills
- A valid credit card for reimbursable travel and gas expenses
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check
- Proficiency in using a Windows laptop with the latest operating system
Preferred
- Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and/or experience in Loss Prevention
- Bonus: Bilingual (Spanish) or military veteran experience
Surveillance Vehicle Guidelines
- To ensure your vehicle blends into its surroundings it must meet the following criteria:
- Nondescript neutral colors (e.g. earth tones); prohibited colors include red yellow orange and maroon
- No convertibles pickup trucks electric vehicles or vehicles with loud exhaust aftermarket wheels or personalized license plates
- Approved window tinting must comply with state law
- Vehicle must be in safe reliable condition and regularly maintained by the investigator.
Why APEX
- Work independently no office no micromanaging. You run your own day in the field.
- Get paid to travel mileage and travel time are both compensated. California is your office.
- Earn your PI license every hour in the field counts toward your California Private Investigator License.
- Real mentorship youll have an experienced manager in your corner not just a supervisor checking boxes.
- A team that has your back field investigators who know the work and support each other.
- Competitive pay that grows performance bonuses reward results not just showing up.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- FSA
- Simple IRA Plan
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race creed color disability sex sexual orientation national origin age religion Vietnam era Veterans status political affiliation or any other non-merit factor.
After making a conditional offer of employment the company will conduct a job-related background check. A comprehensive background check may consist of prior employment verification motor vehicle records professional reference checks education confirmation and/ or criminal record and credit checks. Third-party services will be hired to perform these checks. Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the ordinance.
After an offer is made and accepted the employer will comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act I-9 requirements to establish your identity and employment eligibility.
About Company
APEX Investigation is trusted by over 2000 employers nationwide, ranging from small cities to major insurance carriers, for detecting and addressing fraudulent activities. Specializing in various investigations, we prioritize trust, integrity, and prompt delivery of quality results at ... View more
