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Surveillance Investigator

Frasco Inc
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026

Description

Job Title: Surveillance Investigator

Job Location: Oakland, CA

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


Eager to start your career in a growing industry? Get paid to learn the ropes of fraud investigation and real-world surveillance. Frasco offers fully paid investigator training to help you launch your career!  
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 | YouTube Channel 


Compensation:

  • Hourly Rate: $24 - $32 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: $0.60 per mile for all portal-to-portal and mobile surveillance mileage
  • Paid Administrative Time: Paid at regular hourly rate (report writing, administrative time, etc.)
  • Paid Training: Paid at regular hourly rate 


Full-Time Benefits:

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


About Us: Frasco has been in business for 60 years as a family-owned full-service investigation company with hundreds of investigators and regional office nationwide. Our vibrant company culture, driven by core values of integrity, innovation, and excellence, fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where every individual is valued. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Join us to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a positive, respectful workplace.  

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

Start your career with a leader in the investigations industry that is financially stable, is experiencing growth, and whose history spans over 60 years!
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Salary : $24 - $32

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