Fire Alarm Sales Rep

Recruiting Partner: Tina Churchill-Spencer

Livonia, Michigan | Sales | Fully Remote | $80,000 to $100,000 | Job ID: 176710

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Fire Alarm Sales Representative

Detroit Metro, MI Area

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Sales Representative to drive growth within the Detroit market. This role is focused on developing and maintaining strong relationships with electrical contractors, identifying bid and spec opportunities, and growing engineered fire alarm projects throughout the region.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical understanding of commercial fire alarm systems, experience navigating plans and specifications, and the ability to develop business across multiple low-voltage and life safety platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives on relationship building, technical selling, and creating long-term customer partnerships.

 

What’s in it for you?

  • First 6 Months: $100,000 annualized base salary (bi-weekly)
  • After Month 6: $50,000 annual base salary plus a lucrative uncapped commission plan
  • Monthly car allowance plus mileage reimbursement
  • 401(k) program
  • Benefits Package
  • Unlimited PTO (manager approval required)

 Key Responsibilities for Our Fire Alarm Sales Rep

  • Develop and maintain relationships with electrical contractors, engineers, consultants, and end users throughout the Detroit market
  • Identify, pursue, and secure bid and spec opportunities for commercial fire alarm projects
  • Review plans, specifications, and project documents to identify opportunities and develop accurate proposals
  • Perform takeoffs and assist with engineered system solutions
  • Promote and sell fire alarm systems, upgrades, service agreements, and related solutions
  • Work closely with internal operations, engineering, and project teams to ensure successful project execution
  • Maintain awareness of upcoming projects and market activity within the assigned territory
  • Support contractors throughout the bidding process and provide technical guidance when needed
  • Track sales activity, opportunities, and forecasts within the company CRM systems
  • Represent the company professionally at industry events, contractor meetings, and customer visits

Preferred Experience for our Fire Alarm Sales Rep

  • Fire alarm sales experience within the commercial market
  • Strong background in the bid and spec environment
  • Experience with NOTIFIER and/or Potter fire alarm systems
  • Existing relationships with electrical contractors in the Detroit market
  • Experience reviewing plans, specifications, and performing takeoffs
  • Understanding of engineered fire alarm system design and application
  • Knowledge of NFPA codes and life safety systems

Additional Preferred Knowledge

Experience selling or supporting:

  • Access Control Systems
  • CCTV / Video Surveillance Systems
  • Intrusion Detection Systems
  • Sound / Mass Notification Systems
  • Other low-voltage and integrated security solutions

 What We're Looking For

  • Strong relationship builder with a consultative sales approach
  • Self-motivated and driven to develop new business opportunities
  • Comfortable working independently in a field-based sales role
  • Technically proficient and capable of discussing engineered solutions with contractors and customers
  • Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Organized and able to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously

Whether you're currently selling fire alarm systems, low-voltage solutions, or engineered life safety projects, this role offers the opportunity to leverage your industry knowledge, expand your earning potential, and work with a company committed to growth and customer success.

 

 

JOB ID: 176710

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

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