Service & Inspection Sales Representative

Service & Inspection Sales Representative Expand Fire Sprinkler Solutions Across the Lowcountry for IFSS

Job Overview

• Company: Intelligent Fire Systems & Solutions (IFSS)
• Salary/Pay Rate: $60,000 $90,000 base salary (Based on experience)
• Location: Charleston, SC area
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time (FLSA Exempt)
• Project Scope: Commercial fire sprinkler inspection, testing, maintenance (ITM), and deficiency repair sales
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License

The Opportunity

You will drive the market expansion of life-safety solutions throughout the Charleston area by building lasting client partnerships. This role empowers you to secure recurring fire sprinkler service agreements and deficiency repairs that directly safeguard lives and commercial properties. You will have the autonomy of field sales backed by an established leadership team dedicated to quality craftsmanship and doing the work right every time.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Prospect and establish key relationships with commercial property managers, facility directors, and general contractors throughout the Charleston area.
• Sell and renew recurring fire sprinkler inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) agreements to expand our recurring service base.
• Review technical inspection and deficiency reports with service operations to prepare high-converting repair and upgrade proposals.
• Conduct comprehensive on-site facility walkthroughs to define project scopes and coordinate technical evaluations with field personnel.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, project bids, and client contract documents that align with company margin goals.
• Maintain accurate sales pipelines, lead communications, and revenue forecasts utilizing the BuildOps platform.
• Transition awarded contracts smoothly to scheduling and service delivery teams with clearly defined customer requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record in B2B technical sales, client account management, or commercial service business development.
• Working knowledge of commercial fire sprinkler systems, including wet, dry, preaction, deluge, standpipe, and fire pump equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret NFPA 25 standards, inspection deficiency reports, and basic architectural plans.
• High school diploma or equivalent educational background.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel locally throughout the assigned regional territory.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Prior sales experience specifically focused on fire sprinkler service, inspection testing, or deficiency repair agreements.
• Industry background within fire protection, life safety, MEP trades, or mechanical building services.
• Proficiency using BuildOps or similar field service management and CRM software systems.
• Formal technical training or college coursework in construction management, engineering, or related business fields.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $60,000 to $90,000 tailored to your industry experience.
• Uncapped incentive bonus structure rewarding your sales growth and contract retention.
• Company-provided vehicle or dedicated vehicle allowance for territory travel.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health coverage plans.
• Paid time off allocations and recognized company holidays.
• Direct career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing regional market.

About Us

Intelligent Fire Systems & Solutions (IFSS) is a fire-life safety construction and service company founded in 2014 with one purpose: to protect lives, property, and peace of mind. We design, install, inspect, and service fire sprinkler, fire alarm, very early warning, and life-safety systems, and we do the work the right way every time. We are growing our team in the Charleston area and are looking for a sales professional who wants to help build our presence in the Lowcountry.

Intelligent Fire Systems & Solutions (IFSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.