Senior Fire & Life Safety Sales Executive

Senior Fire & Life Safety Sales Executive Location: Raleigh / Triangle Area, NC (Remote / Field-Based) About Optimum Fire & Security Optimum Fire & Security is a full-service fire protection and commercial security company specializing in fire alarm systems, inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of fire alarm, fire sprinkler and BDA/ERCES, mass notification, BDA/ERCES, access control, CCTV, and low-voltage systems. We serve commercial, healthcare, industrial, and government clients across the Southeast and are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). This role represents a greenfield opportunity to establish and grow Optimum's presence in the Raleigh / Triangle market. Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Fire & Life Safety Sales Executive to lead market development in the Raleigh area. This is a high-impact, autonomous role responsible for building relationships, generating pipeline, and driving revenue across recurring ITM/PMA contracts and new system installations (Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control). There is no existing office in this market — success in this role requires initiative, discipline, and prior experience building a territory. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a territory growth strategy for the Raleigh / Triangle market Generate new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and relationship development Sell recurring Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) / Planned Maintenance Agreements (PMA) Sell system installations including Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, and related low-voltage systems Build relationships with property managers, facility managers, general contractors, and end users Coordinate with internal operations, project management, and service teams to ensure successful execution Accurately qualify opportunities, build proposals, and manage deals through close Maintain CRM activity, pipeline reporting, and forecasting discipline Represent Optimum Fire & Security professionally in the local market and industry events Qualifications & Experience 5+ years of sales experience in fire alarm, life safety, or commercial security systems Proven success selling ITM/service contracts and project-based installations Experience working autonomously without a local office or daily supervision Strong understanding of fire alarm systems and related codes (NFPA familiarity preferred) Ability to build trust with technical buyers and decision-makers Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally NICET certification (or actively pursuing) Pay, Commission & BenefitsBase Compensation Base Salary: $50,000 – $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience Includes $10,000.00 annual vehicle allowance, intended to cover all vehicle-related expenses including fuel, insurance, maintenance, and depreciation Plus Commission Commission Ramp Up / Advance Six (6) month commission ramp period from date of hire Weekly commission advance of $500.00 during the ramp period Commission advance expires six (6) months post-hire Benefits & Paid Time Off Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Paid Time Off (PTO): 40 hours annually Paid Holidays Optimum Fire & Security recognizes eleven (11) paid holidays annually, with an additional holiday for Veterans: New Year's Day Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Indigenous Peoples Day (Columbus Day) Thanksgiving Day Day After Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day Veterans receive an additional paid holiday: Veterans Day