Thompson Safety

Fire Sales Specialist

Job Description

Posted on: 
July 15, 2026

TXF - Houston Fire, Houston, TX, US

Job Summary:

Responsible for developing new business and lead generation within assigned territory.  Fire Sales Specialists will build their territory to maximize the growth of the company. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

  • Assists the Company in developing new business opportunities through cold calls and leads. 
  • Utilizes CRM technology to document activity and track results. 
  • Maintains contact with prospects through sales calls and phone block. 
  • Develops new appointments through scheduled phone sessions to ensure activity and pipeline. 
  • Assists in Company marketing programs/initiatives. 
  • Contacts potential customers to initiate the sales process and win the business. 
  • Observes and benchmarks other Fire Sales Specialists to establish and replicate best practices. 
  • Consistently installs new business within assigned geography.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Four-year college degree preferred and/or success in other sales/service positions at Thompson Safety.
  • Familiar with codes, products attributes, and procedures within the fire protection and life safety fields.  
  • General awareness of business, financials, sales, and safety principles. 
  • Strong ability to utilize technology to increase the prospecting experience. 
  • Strong ability to prospect, close, and build rapport with prospects. 
  • Professional certification may be required in some areas. 
  • Maintains a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability pass a drug and background check. 

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and talking on the phone, attending virtual online meetings, and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel when needed.

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