Asset Protection Associate

Walmart; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking an Asset Protection Associate for the Waterdown, ON location. The role focuses on creating a safe store environment, preventing shrink, and supporting store profitability through awareness, observation, and teamwork.

You will conduct patrols, support investigations, assist with emergency response, and help communicate findings to leadership. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and hold a Security Guard License.
• Familiarity with loss prevention concepts and safe store operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily store patrols to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Investigate incidents of shrink and communicate findings to leadership.
• Support emergency procedures and assist with store operations during incidents.
• Carry out external apprehensions when required, following policies and laws.
• Gather and report information clearly to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Security awareness

Investigations

Communication skills

Patrols

Education

Age 16 or older

Security Guard License

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…

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 runssmoothlyand 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

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