Regional Director of Operations

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC

Regional operations leader scaling Guardian Fire Services’ multi-state fire protection and life safety businesses. Driving P&L performance, acquisitions, integrations, and local leadership development.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive experience in multi-site operations leadership, focusing on P&L management, business growth, and operational improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, integrate acquisitions, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Multi-Site Operations LeadershipP&L ManagementBusiness Growth StrategiesM&A Integration ExperienceFire Protection/Life Safety Experience

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

P&L Performance ManagementKPI EstablishmentOperational ImprovementFinancial AnalysisBusiness Turnaround Strategies

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingProblem-SolvingTeamworkCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Operational SystemsBusiness Integration Processes

Industry Keywords

Field ServicesSpecialty ContractingMechanical ServicesElectrical ServicesIndustrial Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support multiple branches/business units across a multi-state region
Drive P&L performance, including revenue, gross margin, EBITDA, productivity, and working capital
Partner with local leaders to improve operations, sales, customer service, and organic growth
Coach and develop Division Presidents, General Managers, and operational leaders
Identify and help turn around underperforming branches and business units
Establish meaningful KPIs, operating disciplines, and accountability
Support acquisition due diligence and post-acquisition integration
Help newly acquired businesses adopt Guardian's systems, processes, technology, and operating best practices
Preserve local businesses' strengths, customer relationships, and entrepreneurial spirit while helping them scale
Champion a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Report to the COO
Travel up to 50% throughout the assigned region

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive multi-site operations leadership
Strong experience managing and improving P&Ls
Proven success leading General Managers, Branch Managers, or business-unit leaders
Experience in field services, specialty contracting, fire/life safety, mechanical, electrical, industrial services, equipment services, or a similar environment
Demonstrated ability to grow businesses and improve underperforming operations
Strong leadership, financial, customer service, and problem-solving skills
Experience with M&A and operational/system integration strongly preferred
Fire protection/life safety experience preferred
Ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned region

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
401(k) plan with employer match
Opportunities for leadership and career advancement
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Competitive pay based on experience