Fire Suppression Sales Representative (Special Hazards & Commercial Systems)
Job description
Interstate Fire Protection LLC is a progressive fire safety contractor that has been providing design, installation and service of systems throughout the country and mostly in the Northeast for over 30 years. A local company with national reach that +has a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere and a competitive salary benefit package. Join our team and have the opportunity of working with various systems and cross training in suppression systems.
Responsibilities:
The Fire Suppression Sales Representative is responsible for driving sales growth in specialized fire protection systems, including kitchen hood suppression, industrial dry chemical, clean agent, fuel island, and foam-based systems. This role focuses on identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and supporting customers through the full sales cycle — from consultative selling to project handoff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and grow new business in targeted markets such as restaurants, data centers, fuel facilities, industrial plants, and commercial kitchens.
- Sell engineered and pre-engineered systems including:
- Kitchen hood suppression (Ansul, Pyro-Chem, etc.)
- Clean agent systems (FM-200, Novec 1230, Inergen, etc.)
- Dry chemical and foam systems (fuel islands, industrial hazards)
- Perform site surveys and consult with clients to design customized suppression solutions.
- Prepare and present professional proposals and bids based on NFPA standards and AHJ requirements.
- Work with designers, estimators, project managers, and service technicians to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Build and maintain relationships with contractors, facility managers, and end users.
- Maintain current knowledge of applicable NFPA codes (e.g., 17, 17A, 2001, 12, 96), local regulations, and system technologies.
- Use CRM tools to manage pipeline, leads, proposals, and follow-ups.
- Consistently meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of sales experience in fire suppression or related life safety systems.
- Strong understanding of kitchen suppression systems, clean agents, and foam/dry chemical applications.
- Familiarity with NFPA codes related to fire suppression systems.
- Strong technical acumen with ability to read blueprints and specifications.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-starter with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Preferred:
- NICET Level I or II in Special Hazards or Fire Suppression Systems.
- Experience with Ansul, Amerex, Kidde, or similar suppression product lines.
- Estimating experience in commercial fire protection projects.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary plus performance-based commission.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off, holidays, and training support.
- Career development opportunities in a growing company.
Interstate Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented – quality and precision-focused
- Outcome-oriented – results-focused with strong performance culture
- Team-oriented – cooperative and collaborative
Salary commensurate with experience with opportunity for a bonus.
Results driven work environment
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
