Fire Service Manager

Thompson Safety

Fire Service Manager overseeing operations, sales, and administration for the company's Service/Inspection Department. Managing team performance and developing partnerships to grow the business.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Fire Protection Management, including Profit and Loss accountability, strategic partnership development, and effective team leadership. Proven ability to achieve business objectives through strong marketing and sales strategies within the B2B Services industry.

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Fire Protection CertificationB2B Services ExperienceProfit and Loss AccountabilitySales Strategy DevelopmentTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementFinancial ReportingKPI ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCoachingPerformance ManagementPrioritizationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Class B Portable Fire Extinguisher LicenseProfessional Certification in Fire Protection

Industry Keywords

Fire Protection IndustryService/Inspection DepartmentB2B ServicesMarket GrowthCustomer Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Fire Service Manager is responsible for the management and development of operations, sales, and administration within a company’s Service/Inspection Department.
Assume full Profit and Loss accountability for the Service/Inspection department.
Ensure effective planning and achievement of project long-term and short-term goals.
Overall responsibility to ensure maximum level of engagement and performance of service personnel.
Ensure that adherence to established service departments, budget parameters, appropriate financial reports and regulatory requirements are met.
Ensure development and maintenance of strong working relationships and close collaboration with Management, Customers, and other service and sales personnel.
Build and develop partnerships that will grow the business within the industry marketplace.
Execution management and oversight of the branches KPI results to include all aspects of coaching, managing, and leading team members.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field, preferred.
Active Class B Portable Fire Extinguisher License.
Professional certification in Fire Protection is required. (E.G. State License, NICET, CSA, NAFED, ICC)
3 or more years of experience in the B2B Services industry.
1 or more years of supervisory or management experience.
Strong marketing and sales strategy development experience.
Working knowledge of the fire protection industry.
Ability to set and meet aggressive commitments to achieve business objectives.
Ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced business environment.
Ability to manage and lead staff to excellent performance.
Ability to build strategic partnerships and possess a strong and positive history of growth within a market.
Maintain a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability to pass a drug and background check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.