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Investigator

Confidential Client•Legal & Professional Services
Entry LevelFull-timeHybrid$45,760 - $54,080
Fresno, California
A Day Ago

The Investigator role at Confidential Client involves conducting field investigations for various insurance claims, including workers' compensation and fraud, by collecting evidence, performing wellness checks, and preparing detailed reports. This entry-level, full-time position offers flexible hours with a hybrid work arrangement, requiring strong attention to detail, independent work capability, and effective communication skills to deliver high-quality investigative services.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Admin.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Compensation & Key Details

This is a frontline Field Investigator role supporting insurance claims investigations. Compensation and pay transparency (California) provided below:

  • Hourly rate: $22 - $26 per hour (weekly pay).
  • Travel time: compensated at 100% of regular hourly rate after standard commute deduction.
  • Mileage reimbursement: $0.60 per mile for portal-to-portal and mobile surveillance mileage.
  • Paid administrative time (report writing, etc.) and paid training at regular hourly rate.
  • Employment type: Full-time. This role supports telecommute / remote work but requires field activity in the Fresno area.

What You’ll Do

You will perform on-the-ground investigative work for insurance clients while maintaining accurate documentation and timely updates.

  • Conduct scene investigations and canvases; collect photo and video evidence at accident locations.
  • Perform wellness checks, document signings, and retrievals through home visits.
  • Review case materials before conducting field activity.
  • Prepare and dictate investigative reports; submit daily case updates.
  • Follow client directives and maintain confidentiality and chain-of-custody for evidence.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet these baseline requirements to be considered:

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a flexible/home-based schedule.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
  • Minimum auto insurance: $100,000 per person / $300,000 per accident bodily injury / $50,000 property damage.
  • Smartphone, printer/scanner, and desktop/laptop with reliable internet.
  • Ability to model professional behaviors and operate with discretion in sensitive investigations.

Preferred Qualifications

These are not required but helpful:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
  • Prior customer service or investigative experience.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Why Join (What We Offer)

  • Entry-level friendly—ideal for candidates building a career in investigative services.
  • Weekly pay and clear travel/mileage reimbursement policies.
  • Paid training and paid administrative time to support report production.
  • Work that combines remote case preparation with field assignments in the Fresno area.

Additional Notes & Legal Compliance

  • Employer listed in the posting has been anonymized as Confidential Client in this Careertakes listing.
  • This posting provides a transparent hourly pay range as required under California pay-transparency guidance. The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum known at posting time and is based on experience and performance.
  • Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please contact us if you need an accommodation to participate in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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