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Outside Sales - Rescue Tool Specialist

MES Life Safety
Peoria, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/15/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales - Rescue Tool Specialist position at MES Life Safety?

Description:

About Us

Established in 2001, MES is the nation’s largest provider of Rescue Tools, PPE, fire apparatus, uniforms, and services to first responders. With over 25 locations, MES is the most trusted source of equipment and service for firefighters, law enforcement, and EMTs. Our dedicated team of over 300 sales representatives and certified service technicians allows us to bring unparalleled quality and service to our industry. MES supports its customers with innovative digital commerce solutions and a nationwide warehousing system with three strategically located hubs that carry thousands of products representing the best brands on the market.

MES offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. MES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

MES will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment screening.

Job Description Summary

Are you outgoing, customer-focused, organized, self-disciplined and motivated by money? We have just the position for you. Municipal Emergency Services (MES) is looking for Rescue Tool Specialist to assist Fire Departments and other First Responder departments in your assigned territory with extrication tool needs. You will work closely with existing customers and new prospects as the face of MES through the entire sales cycle and provide end user training and product setup when necessary.

This is a full time position with the potential to earn significant monthly commissions.

In addition to our great commission program, we provide our Rescue Tool Specialists with a company cell phone, laptop, and professional branded apparel and training to set you up for success!

MES is the Nation’s largest suppliers of personal protective equipment, extrication equipment, law enforcement products, and services to the first responder market.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiating skills
  • Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
  • Able to perform business math (gross margin calculations, etc.)
  • Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under deadlines
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality.
  • Good communication skills for interacting with customers and colleagues.
  • Mechanically inclined
Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical fitness and the ability to lift and carry equipment (up to 60 lbs.) are required.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Minimum 2 - 3 years in similar position
  • Prior experience selling to fire equipment
  • Technical Rescue Experience 5 years
  • Fire and Rescue experience in a leadership role (preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • REAL-ID is required to work in Federal sites

Benefits:

  • Salary plus Commission
  • 401(k) and company match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee rewards and recognition program

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