Asset Protection Technician

Advance Auto Parts•Houston, TX

21h

About The Position

The Asset Protection Technician protects the site, staff, and assets by conducting security patrols, controlling access, monitoring weapons detection and surveillance systems, responding to incidents, enforcing company policies, and completing required reports and inspections. The role includes inspecting outbound team members for product handling concerns and responding to potential theft situations. The technician is expected to work independently with minimal guidance, analyze important information, advance problems toward resolution, take timely and accurate ownership of work, and interact professionally with others. The position requires proficiency with warehouse management systems and understanding inventory movement in a distribution center. It also involves use of writing and office software, attention to detail, and the ability to work various shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical duties include extended standing, navigating ladders and uneven ground, frequent bending and kneeling, and lifting or moving items of varying weights.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, GED, or homeschool equivalency.
Must be eligible to work in the United States and pass a background check.
Ability to work various shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic math skills, including arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Ability to become proficient in WMS and understand all aspects of inventory movement in a distribution center.
Proficient in writing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word.
Strong partnership, teamwork, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Credibility and integrity in performing assigned duties.
High attention to detail and interest in auditing and checking.
Ability to stand continuously for 7–8 hours with limited breaks.
Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven ground; frequently stoop, kneel, and crouch; occasionally sit, climb, or balance.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally team-lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) experience or training.
Experience with RF scanning devices.
Work history showing good attendance and no work-function disciplinary actions.
At least one year working for AAP or prior experience in warehouse/distribution security.
Previous security, safety, and/or warehouse exposure.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols of interior and exterior areas, checking doors, windows, and gates for security breaches.
Monitor entrances, verify visitor credentials, and manage staff and visitor sign-ins.
Operate and advise on the onsite Evolv weapons detection system and respond to detected weapons.
Monitor alarms and CCTV cameras, review unlawful activity or site policy violations, and report or escalate concerns, involving off-site law enforcement when needed.
Respond to emergencies, disturbances, and safety hazards; contact law enforcement or fire departments as necessary.
Manage emergency situations by gaining control, resolving or abating the problem, and controlling the affected area.
Complete accurate daily reports of observations, incidents, and security checks, as well as required transaction and activity reports.
Enforce company policies and safety regulations, including removing trespassers when necessary.
Perform life- and safety-critical inspections of key building areas and equipment at required frequencies, including daily or hourly checks.
Inspect outbound team members for product handling concerns, identify potential theft situations, and respond accordingly.