Fire Alarm Sales Representative

Century Fire Protection; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a motivated individual for a Full-Time Sales position in Knoxville, TN, focusing on fire alarm and life safety systems. The role involves generating new business and maintaining customer relationships, ensuring compliant and value-driven solutions for clients.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of relevant sales experience and a solid understanding of fire alarm systems. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of sales experience in fire alarm or life safety preferred.
• Knowledge of inspections and service contracts strongly preferred.
• Proficient in customer relationship management tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close sales opportunities for fire alarm systems.
• Build relationships with property managers and contractors.
• Conduct site visits to assess customer needs.

Skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of fire alarm systems

Customer relationship management

Proposal preparation

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Century Fire Protection Knoxville - Knoxville, TN 37912. Position Type: Full Time. Travel Percentage: Up to 25%. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Benefits

• 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