Hiring: Fire Alarm Division Manager Company: Columbia Fire Location: Seattle, WA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:35:35 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Project Management, Systems Design About the job Experience: •5 years of experience working with fire alarm systems (design, installation, sales, or project management). •Minimum 5 years of experience working with fire alarm systems (design, installation, sales, or project management). Required Skills: •The Fire Alarm & Detection Division Manager will play a hands-on leadership role in launching and growing Columbia Fire’s Alarm & Detection Division in Seattle. This is an entrepreneurial leadership position that combines technical expertise, sales drive, operational oversight, and team leadership. •The first year will be hands-on, balancing business development, sales execution, and field leadership — ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, build-and-grow environment. •Work hands-on in the field during growth periods where project volume exceeds current staffing capacity. •Recruit and hire a second field technician quickly after hire, with additional staff added as the division grows. •Build and maintain relationships with electrical contractors to grow “parts and smarts” installation opportunities. •Transition fire alarm work from existing customers to Columbia Fire as a single-source service provider. •Manage relationships and projects with our preferred fire alarm design subcontractor. •Maintain positive vendor relationships and meet supplier volume goals, particularly with Edwards and Eaton, while continuing partnerships with Next Security and others. Qualifications: •Prepare customer proposals and evaluate system designs; outsource design as needed but maintain code and standard fluency. •Program and troubleshoot fire alarm systems with hands-on technical expertise. •Ensure all work complies with NFPA standards, local codes, and company quality policies. •Leadership & Future Growth •Build and lead a high-performing team, setting clear expectations and mentoring technicians and future managers. •Foster a customer-focused, high-accountability culture rooted in Columbia Fire’s core values. •Implement scalable processes, reporting metrics, and performance tracking to sustain long-term growth. •Proven experience in system layout and sales. •Proficiency in fire alarm system programming and troubleshooting. •Strong initiative and results orientation with a focus on customer satisfaction and revenue growth. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!