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Fire Protection Sales Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Fire Alarm Inspector

Lowell, MA · On-site

$20.25 - $26.50/hr

This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure our ... fire detection and protection industry. Ability to work independently with some supervision.

Fire Alarm Inspector

Lowell, MA · On-site

$20.25 - $26.50/hr

This position will work closely with our sales team,field project teams,and clients to ensureour ... fire detection and protection industry. Ability to work independently with some supervision.

As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection ... Preferably, YOU have: * 2 to 5 years of outside sales experience * Experience working in ...

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How much do fire protection sales jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire protection sales in Boston, MA is $65,648.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,800.00 and $75,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is fire protection sales?

A Fire Protection Sales job involves selling fire protection products and services, such as sprinkler systems, alarms, extinguishers, and maintenance plans. Professionals in this role work with businesses, contractors, and property owners to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations. Responsibilities include identifying potential clients, preparing proposals, and building long-term relationships. Strong communication skills and knowledge of fire safety codes are essential for success in this field.

What does a fire protection sales professional do?

A typical day in Fire Protection Sales involves meeting with clients to assess their fire safety needs, preparing and presenting proposals for fire protection solutions, and following up on leads. You’ll often collaborate with engineers, project managers, and installation teams to ensure the proposed systems meet code requirements and client expectations. The role also includes maintaining ongoing client relationships, attending industry networking events, and staying updated on changes in fire codes or technology. You'll need to balance time between the office, client sites, and occasional training or vendor meetings, contributing to a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for fire protection sales?

To thrive in Fire Protection Sales, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of fire protection systems and codes, and typically a background in business or technical fields. Familiarity with CRM software, estimating tools, and often certifications like NICET enhance credibility and operational efficiency. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities help professionals connect with clients and address their unique safety requirements. These skills are vital for effectively identifying customer needs, presenting compliant solutions, and driving sales in this highly regulated industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fire Protection Sales jobs in Boston, MA?

The most popular types of Fire Protection Sales jobs in Boston, MA are:

Infographic showing various Fire Protection Sales job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,648 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Channel Sales Representative 3

Johnson Controls

Westford, MA • On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Johnson Controls rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 416 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

138th of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!
Who we are:
Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
Job position:
Standard Products Fire Suppression Territory Sales Manager covering an assigned region in the Northeast including Maine and New Hampshire. This job is a remote job with up to 75% travel.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Company vehicle
  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
  • On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do:
This position works closely with our distributors/customers actively selling to, managing, and educate accounts within assigned region. You will support existing and establish new distribution in assigned territory. This may include working with end-users and other industry decision-makers regarding product features and benefits, understanding listing requirements, and other technical details. This role requires alignment with cross-functional teams to effectively manage this territory. Defining a sales strategy and continued assessment of market and distribution needs is the main focus for this Standard Products role. Responsible for fire suppression sales for Vehicle Systems, Restaurant Systems, Portables and Industrial Systems.
How you will do it
  • Analyze new business opportunities, develop sales plans, and execute planned action steps in order to acquire new business in line with Company strategies and growth objectives.
  • Work diligently with an established customer base to ensure their needs are met and assess/fill any distribution gaps in the territory.
  • Present products to customers to accomplish customer acceptance of the value-added proposition attached to our products and services and achieve sale closures on terms that are mutually satisfactory to the customer and Johnson Controls.
  • Develop annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly plans detailing concepts and actions necessary to achieve business growth consistent with overall growth objectives.
  • Participate with other sales teams in sharing marketing intelligence about product opportunities that will grow sales.
  • Coordinate new and repeat sales through distribution to ensure 100% customer satisfaction with our order fulfillment process.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers at all levels to ensure account retention.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally within the organization to support territory needs in terms of product, technical, customer service and contract needs for distribution.

What we look for:
Required
  • Minimum 2+ years sales experience in Fire Suppression, or Fire Protection industry.
  • 2+ years industrial B2B sales experience
  • Proficient in MS Office Platforms: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong leadership characteristics with a self-starter attitude.
  • Organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to regularly travel within the assigned territory.

Preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field of study.
  • Experience managing external distribution.
  • Strong technical aptitude, preferably in Fire Suppression Products.
  • Experience using programs like Salesforce and PowerBI to track and measure accounts.
  • Must display strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Sales Commission Plan that will take into account project, quarterly, and annual margin. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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About Johnson Controls

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Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For nearly 140 years, we’ve made buildings better and now we’re transforming them again with our award-winning digital technologies and services. We’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your building’s health, sustainability and performance. It’s changing the way we design, operate and maintain indoor environments and driving to a new era of autonomous buildings. We deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, hotels, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive suite of connected solutions. Johnson Controls offers the world’s largest portfolio of building technology, software and services. Supported by a team of more than 100,000 dedicated employees working across 150 countries, we’re helping customers achieve their sustainability goals and power their mission.

Industry

Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US