Fire Protection Sales Professional

About the role

This position is with a growing fire protection organization near Fort Wayne, IN. It is not a transaction‑focused sales role but an opportunity to become a trusted advisor who helps customers solve complex fire‑protection challenges and guides projects from concept to completion. The role involves walking job sites, reviewing plans, collaborating with contractors, and developing solutions that make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with owners, developers, and general contractors.
• Identify customer needs and create customized fire‑protection solutions.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Prepare takeoffs, estimates, and proposals.
• Support design‑build projects through hazard analysis and value engineering.
• Manage a strong pipeline of opportunities from bid to close.
• Work alongside project teams to ensure successful execution after the sale.

Requirements

• 2+ years of fire sprinkler sales or fire‑protection design experience.
• NICET Water‑Based Layout certification preferred.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or residential projects.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Strong compensation package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Profit‑sharing program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Collaborative team environment where technical expertise is valued.
• Opportunity to own projects from initial conversation through successful completion.

Interested candidates can contact David Gunderson at 612‑473‑3065 or David.Gunderson@gogpac.com.