Sales Representative (Fire Sprinkler Systems)
Summit Fire & Security, Seattle, WA, United States
Overview
Job Description
We are seeking a driven and knowledgeable Sales Representative with
fire sprinkler industry experience
to join our growing team. If you have hands-on experience with fire sprinkler systems—whether in design, installation, inspection, or service—and understand the codes, standards, and complexities of fire life safety systems, this is an opportunity to take your expertise to the next level.
Responsibilities
Acquire sales leads for new work including the installation service and support of comprehensive fire protection systems across all disciplines; sell Summit’s services.
Provide outside sales and inside sales.
Solicit all building and construction types: new construction, renovations, additions, retrofits, and similar.
Lead the sales process from initial contact/bid invite to acquisition of contract/Notice to Proceed; initial contact may be initiated by Sales Representative or Customer (both).
Generate new relationships and foster existing relationships among Customer base for the purposes of continued sales.
Generate new proposals, follow-up on active proposals, and close sales on active proposals.
Communicate status of active proposals to Management.
Attend meetings—internal and external as requested—kickoff, job progress, design coordination, Customer and Stakeholders coordination, Authority Having Jurisdiction coordination, design and submittal planning.
Represent the Company to customers and industry, embodying professionalism, quality, and relationship focus.
Provide general assistance to Project Managers and Design Department for communicating schedules, product/material information, coordination of work, and similar support.
Assist Accounting personnel with job setup, profitability monitoring, billing, and related tasks.
Utilize accounting software for tracking costs, billing, Change Orders, and related activities.
Support general marketing activities and promotion of the Company.
Be a self-starter, organized, and detail oriented; strong communication and follow-through are critical.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education, Training, Certifications
High School Diploma or GED, required.
Associate’s or bachelor’s in business or related, preferred.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements
2 years relevant work experience in business development, or Fire Life Safety sales experience, preferred.
2 years operating a computer, Microsoft Office, required.
Communication Skills
Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees, customers and board or directors.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Other Qualifications
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. Reliable transportation, required.
Must comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Frequent travel required, up to 40%.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to drive, bend, kneel, balance, lift under 20 lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, reach above and below shoulders, stoop, and twist.
Work Environment
Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office or remote setting, work alone and with others. Employees will frequently be required to travel. Employee will occasionally be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.
We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.
About Us Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!
Summit Fire & Security , a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.
Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the
Employer of Choice
for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, diversity, and personal career growth.
Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.
Benefits
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Our Core Values
PIPE: We are PASSIONATE about life safety
We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)
We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community
We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)
Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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We are seeking a driven and knowledgeable Sales Representative with
fire sprinkler industry experience
to join our growing team. If you have hands-on experience with fire sprinkler systems—whether in design, installation, inspection, or service—and understand the codes, standards, and complexities of fire life safety systems, this is an opportunity to take your expertise to the next level.
Responsibilities
Acquire sales leads for new work including the installation service and support of comprehensive fire protection systems across all disciplines; sell Summit’s services.
Provide outside sales and inside sales.
Solicit all building and construction types: new construction, renovations, additions, retrofits, and similar.
Lead the sales process from initial contact/bid invite to acquisition of contract/Notice to Proceed; initial contact may be initiated by Sales Representative or Customer (both).
Generate new relationships and foster existing relationships among Customer base for the purposes of continued sales.
Generate new proposals, follow-up on active proposals, and close sales on active proposals.
Communicate status of active proposals to Management.
Attend meetings—internal and external as requested—kickoff, job progress, design coordination, Customer and Stakeholders coordination, Authority Having Jurisdiction coordination, design and submittal planning.
Represent the Company to customers and industry, embodying professionalism, quality, and relationship focus.
Provide general assistance to Project Managers and Design Department for communicating schedules, product/material information, coordination of work, and similar support.
Assist Accounting personnel with job setup, profitability monitoring, billing, and related tasks.
Utilize accounting software for tracking costs, billing, Change Orders, and related activities.
Support general marketing activities and promotion of the Company.
Be a self-starter, organized, and detail oriented; strong communication and follow-through are critical.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education, Training, Certifications
High School Diploma or GED, required.
Associate’s or bachelor’s in business or related, preferred.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements
2 years relevant work experience in business development, or Fire Life Safety sales experience, preferred.
2 years operating a computer, Microsoft Office, required.
Communication Skills
Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees, customers and board or directors.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Other Qualifications
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. Reliable transportation, required.
Must comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Frequent travel required, up to 40%.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to drive, bend, kneel, balance, lift under 20 lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, reach above and below shoulders, stoop, and twist.
Work Environment
Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office or remote setting, work alone and with others. Employees will frequently be required to travel. Employee will occasionally be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.
We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.
About Us Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!
Summit Fire & Security , a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.
Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the
Employer of Choice
for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, diversity, and personal career growth.
Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.
Benefits
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Our Core Values
PIPE: We are PASSIONATE about life safety
We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)
We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community
We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)
Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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