Asset Protection Technician

Advance Auto Business Support (300); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a Security Associate for our distribution operations. This role involves patrols, access control, and monitoring weapons detection systems to prevent security breaches.

Responsibilities include incident response, reporting, and enforcing safety policies across the site. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Proficient in WMS and inventory movement in a DC.
• Proficient in writing, Excel, MS Outlook and MS Word.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with integrity and credibility.
• Attention to detail and auditing mindset.

Responsibilities

• Patrol interior and exterior areas to check doors and gates for security breaches.
• Monitor entrances, verify credentials, manage sign-ins.
• Operate Evolv weapons detection system and respond to incidents.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems to detect unauthorized activity.
• Escalate with off-site law enforcement when needed and coordinate responses.
• Serve as first responder to emergencies and contact authorities as required.
• Document observations and incidents in daily reports.
• Enforce company policies and remove trespassers when necessary.
• Complete all required reports and conduct life and safety inspections.
• Perform asset inspections for outbound shipments and detect theft risks.

Skills

Detail oriented

Auditing

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

RF scanning

Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrolling: Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols of the interior and exterior to check doors, windows, and gates for security breaches.
• Access Control: Monitor site and building entrance points, verify visitor credentials, and manage staff/visitor sign-ins.
• Weapons Detection: Operates and advise onsite weapons detection system (Evolv) and respond / intervene detected weapons to protect site / staff.
• Surveillance/Investigate: Monitor alarm systems and CCTV cameras to detect unauthorized activity and reviews unlawful activity or site policy violations for reporting & escalation.
• Escalate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement for controlled response.
• Incident Response: Serve as the first responder to emergencies, disturbances, or safety hazards, contacting law enforcement or fire departments as necessary.
• Incident management: Respond to emergency situations and gain control of situation, abate / resolve problem and gain control of area.
• Report and elevate when needed and leverage off-site law enforcement when needed.
• Reporting: Daily, accurate reports detailing observations, incidents, and security checks.
• Enforcement: Enforce company policies and uphold safety regulations, including removing trespassers if necessary.
• Reports: Completes all required transaction and activity reports to completion
• Inspections: Performs life & safety critical inspections on key building areas and equipment on the required frequency. (daily / hourly)
• Asset Inspection: Perform asset inspection for outbound TMs for product handling in the building. Detect / inspect when product handling is a concern / detect potential theft situations and respond accordingly.

CRITICAL WORK BEHAVIORS

• Completes work with minimal guidance.
• Gathers and analyzes the most critical information needed to understand problems.
• Advances problems toward resolution despite ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Takes ownership of work while completing it in a timely and errorless manner.
• Exhibits a professional demeanor when interacting with others.

QUALIFICATIONS

An individual must be able to perform essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be organized and detail oriented Ability to be proficient in WMS and understand all aspects of inventory movement in a DC. Proficient in Writing, Microsoft Excel, MS-Outlook, MSWord. Strong partnership, team oriented with interpersonal and collaboration skills Perform assigned role with an expected level of credibility & integrity Have a passion for auditing, checking with high attention to detail

RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE / TRAINING

• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Experience with RF scanning devices
• Work history showing good attendance and zero work function disciplinary actions
• At least 1 year working for AAP or previous work experience in a warehouse/distribution security,

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)/Home school equivalency.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Pass background check.
• Ability to work on various shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math, including add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Candidates with previous security, safety and/or warehouse exposure are preferred.

PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the team number will be required to: Ability to stand for 7-8 continuous hours with limited breaks and without physical issue.
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven ground.
• Frequently requires stooping, kneeling and crouching.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally team lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state and local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Compensation Range

The good faith estimate for this role is between 18.00 USD and 24.00 USD per hour for a new team member. The rate offered depends on a number of factors, including geographic location, experience in retail, automotive knowledge, education, leadership roles, and other skillsets ideal for this position and shift differential (if applicable).

Benefits

Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.