What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Sales Representative position at CENTURY FIRE PROTECTION LLC?
Div. 173 - Knoxville, TN
Summary
Responsible for generating new business and maintaining customer relationships for fire alarm and life safety systems; focus on selling alarm systems, inspections, service, retrofit, and new construction projects while providing customers with compliant, value-driven solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Identify, develop, and close sales opportunities for fire alarm and life safety systems.
- Build and maintain relationships with property managers, general contractors, building owners, and end users.
- Conduct site visits and assess customer needs for inspections, service, upgrades, and new installations.
- Prepare and present proposals in coordination with estimating, design, and operations teams.
- Track leads, opportunities, and activities in the CRM system.
- Support contract renewals and long-term service agreements.
- Stay informed on NFPA 72, local codes, and industry best practices.
- Participate in networking events, trade shows, and industry functions.
- Collaborate with project managers and technicians to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma, college degree preferred, and 2–5 years of sales experience, fire alarm or life safety industry experience preferred; knowledge of fire alarm systems, inspections, and service contracts strongly preferred.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office applications and CRM software.
Physical Demands
Prolonged work at computer with frequent driving within assigned territory and ability to attend site visits and job walks; sit, stand, walk, close vision, ability to lift 25 lbs.
Qualifications:Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!
We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
Benefits
We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(K) with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Relief Fund
Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident
Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!