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Salary: $20 – $26 per hour

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Job Title: Investigator - Field Surveillance

Job Location: Watertown, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, Billable Hours, Non-exempt  

Interested in Criminal Justice, Investigations, Fraud Detection, or Intelligence Gathering? No prior surveillance experience is required. We provide training.


Frasco, Inc. is one of the nation's leading investigation companies, helping clients uncover facts, combat fraud, and make informed decisions. For over 60 years, we've provided professional investigative services nationwide and offer the training and support needed to help new investigators succeed.

Compensation:

  • Hourly Rate: $20 - $26 per hour (Weekly Pay) Commensurate with experience and performance
  • Travel Time: Travel commute time is compensated at 100% of regular hourly rate, after standard commute deduction 
  • Mileage Reimbursement: $0.55 per mile for all portal-to-portal and mobile surveillance mileage
  • Paid Administrative Time: Paid at regular hourly rate for all report writing and administrative time
  • Paid Training: Compensation for training sessions to ensure you are well-prepared for your role


Full-Time Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K with Company Match


Responsibilities: 

  • Review assignments to determine case objectives and develop or follow action plans
  • Utilize various surveillance equipment and technology
  • Perform surveillance and activity checks, documenting video footage and relevant information
  • Conduct surveillance indoors and outdoors, involving extended periods of walking, standing, or sitting
  • Drive safely and effectively in varied weather and traffic conditions
  • Move swiftly and discreetly to observe subjects
  • Maintain high standards of communication and confidentiality, adhering to ethical and legal guidelines
  • Prepare detailed reports with timestamps and supporting evidence for legal use
  • Adapt to changing circumstances and work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Attend and testify at hearings as required
Requirements:

Requirements:

  • Exceptional writing and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
  • Ability to work independently and meet established deadlines
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Self-starter with accountability for results and performance
  • Flexible schedule, including weekends
  • Ability to travel to and from assignments daily


Qualifications and Equipment: 

  •  Valid driver’s license with good driving record
  • Minimum Auto Insurance Coverage: $100,000 per person, $300,000 per accident bodily injury, and $50,000 property damage
  • Reliable personal vehicle, tinted windows preferred
  • HD camcorder, covert camera, smartphone, computer or laptop, and internet connectivity 
  • Windows 11 or greater required, with 8+gb of RAM preferred
  • Mac OSX 13 or greater required for iMac


Preferred Experience:

  • High school diploma or associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field
  • Military background; insurance or investigations experience

Launch your investigative career with one of the nation's leading insurance fraud investigation companies. Apply today!

Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about what a day-in-the-life of a surveillance investigator at Frasco looks like: Frasco, Inc | Frasco, Inc | YouTube Channel YouTube Channel 


Ready to make a difference? Apply now!All replies are confidential EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer

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Compensation details: 20-26 Hourly Wage





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Job details

Title
Investigator
Employer
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Location
Watertown, New York, United States
Published
Oct 1, 2026
Closes:
Dec 2, 2026
Job type
Industry Jobs
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Salary

Salary: $20 – $26 per hour

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