Asset Protection Associate

Walmart Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Waterdown, Ontario is seeking an Asset Protection Associate to help create a safe store environment, prevent loss, and protect customers, associates, and merchandise.

You will patrol the store, support investigations, respond to emergencies, assist with external apprehensions when required, and report findings to leadership. Shifts include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Age - 16 or older
• License - Security Guard License

Responsibilities

• Store Security and Loss Prevention: Conducts daily patrols to ensure a safe, secure environment and checks doors, showcases, and security features.
• Investigations and Case Support: Investigates shrink incidents and communicates findings to leadership, escalating per guidelines.
• Emergency Response and Store Support: Supports evacuation and emergency procedures and participates in store task teams.
• Enforcement and External Apprehensions: Carries out external apprehensions when required, complying with policies and laws.
• Communication and Reporting: Gathers information from multiple sources and clearly presents findings to leadership.
• Additional Duties: Performs duties as required to support evolving Asset Protection needs.

Job description

Position Summary

The Asset Protection Associate plays a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, secure, and professional store environment for customers, associates, visitors, and vendors. By following Asset Protection standards and demonstrating positive, professional behaviour, this role helps prevent financial and physical loss, reduce shrink, and support store profitability. Through awareness, observation, and teamwork, the Asset Protection Associate helps protect people, merchandise, and the overall shopping experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Store Security and Loss Prevention

Conducts daily patrols of the store to help ensure a safe and secure environment. Verifies that doors, showcases, and security features are functioning properly and takes action as required.

Investigations and Case Support

Investigates incidents of financial and physical shrink and communicates findings to Store Leadership. For internal investigations, escalates information to the Market Loss Prevention Manager in accordance with Company guidelines. Conducts or supports investigations related to internal theft, external theft, organized retail crime, and cases assigned through Walmart Canada Global Ethics.

Emergency Response and Store Support

Supports store evacuation and emergency procedures during incidents such as fire or other emergencies. Participates in store task team responsibilities as required to support overall operations.

Enforcement and External Apprehensions

Carries out external apprehensions when required, in compliance with Company policies and legal standards.

Communication and Reporting

Gathers and communicates information from multiple sources, clearly explaining issues and findings to leadership and other stakeholders while presenting relevant perspectives.

Additional Duties

Completes additional responsibilities as required to support evolving business needs and Asset Protection priorities.

Flexibility (Availability/Work Schedule)

• Be open to working a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs. Your adaptability helps ensure the store runs smoothly and customers receive consistent, high-quality service.

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES IN THIS ROLE

High Task Volume in a Fast-Paced Environment

• Manages overnight hours effectively and planning accordingly to stay energized and focused.
• Effectively manages work hours and plans ahead to maintain energy and focus throughout the shift.
• Handles a fast-paced workload with efficiency, ensuring large volumes of restocking and recovery are completed accurately and on time.

Physical Demands

• Performs physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, and lifting inventory, equipment, or supplies weighing up to 20 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Performs repetitive tasks such as stocking, zoning, and organizing products with attention to detail and consistency to uphold store standards.

WHY YOU'LL ENJOY WORKING HERE

Energetic, Fast-Paced Environment

Thrive in a dynamic setting where every day brings something new.

Appreciation for Your Efforts

Your contributions are recognized and valued.

Career Growth Opportunities

Build your skills and advance your career with us.

Meaningful Impact

Take pride in helping customers save money and live better.

The minimum rate of pay for this position starts from $19.70. Le taux horaire minimum pour ce poste débute à 19.70.

Minimum Qualifications

• Age - 16 or older
• License - Security Guard License

Preferred Qualifications

• Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Primary Location

90 DUNDAS ST E, WATERDOWN, ON L9H 0C2, Canada

Important Note

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About Walmart

Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we’re reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.