Private Investigator Trainee - Prior Military
About the role
Lemieux & Associates runs the “GIs to PIs” initiative, connecting military veterans, service leaders, and recently separated professionals with meaningful careers in investigations. Based in Philadelphia, PA, the company values the discipline, awareness, and mission focus gained through military service and helps veterans transition into civilian careers. Veterans appreciate the independence, structured assignments, real‑world investigative work, flexible scheduling, and long‑term career growth; no prior investigation experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct surveillance from your vehicle
- Observe and document subject activity
- Capture video evidence using provided equipment
- Write clear, fact‑based reports
- Operate independently while staying connected to your team
The role involves long periods of observation, quiet low‑activity assignments, and independent work. Success comes from patience, consistency, and attention to detail—not constant action. It is not a fit for those who prefer fast‑paced or high‑adrenaline work daily, dislike working alone for extended periods, or struggle with detailed documentation.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable personal vehicle
- Comfortable sitting for extended periods
- Willingness to work some evenings/weekends
- Authorized to work in the United States
Qualifications
- Military Police / Security Forces
- Intelligence / Reconnaissance
- Field Operations / Patrol Units
- Any role requiring observation, reporting, and discipline
Skills
- Situational awareness & observation
- Working independently in the field
- Following protocols and documenting activity
- Maintaining focus during long operations
- Protecting sensitive information
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid weekly
- Paid training program
- Advancement opportunities into investigations / SIU
- Ongoing support from experienced team members
- Independence (no micromanagement)
- Structured assignments and clear objectives
- Real‑world investigative work
- Opportunity to build a long‑term career
Pay
Pay Rate: $23‑$25 per hour
Schedule
- Part‑time position
- Flexible scheduling options