Account Executive Commercial Security Systems

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Company Overview

At Fortis Fire & Safety, we provide industry-leading fire protection & security services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago, and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

We are proud to work together as one team under the Fortis Fire & Safety family, which includes CJ Suppression, Diversified Systems, Inc., Integrated Fire & Security Solutions, LaMarco Systems, LifeSafety Management, Piper Fire Protection, and VFS Fire & Security Services. United by a shared mission, we deliver comprehensive fire protection and security solutions nationwide.

Joining Fortis means becoming part of a nationwide, next-generation fire protection company. We're dedicated to a People-First philosophy, where we invest in our team through training and development, as well as a competitive benefits package. In return, we expect the very best from each of our employees every day.

If you are ready to be exceptional in your chosen career, apply to work with us today!

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Company Paid Holidays
• Additional paid time off for life events (e.g., jury duty, bereavement)
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-term/Long-term disability insurance
• Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities and more!

This is a general overview of benefits. Specific eligibility and coverage details will be provided during the hiring process

Job Summary:

The Integrated Fire & Security Solutions Coral Springs, FL team is seeking a motivated and relationship driven Account Executive to lead sales and customer development initiatives across the low-voltage systems portfolio. This is a high‑impact, proactive sales role focused on building strong partnerships with end users, general contractors (GCs), electrical contractors (ECs), and select bid‑market opportunities.

You will represent a comprehensive suite of low-voltage and security technologies, including:

• CCTV & Video Surveillance
• Security Systems
• Access Control Solutions
• Intercom & Sound Systems
• Paging Systems
• Structured Cabling
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Recurring Services (Monitoring, Maintenance, Inspections)
• Additional emerging technologies as added to the portfolio

This role is not a passive estimating or bid‑only position. Success requires active prospecting, engaging new and existing customers, and managing the full sales cycle-from cold outreach and discovery to proposal development, closing, and post‑sale follow‑up. You will work closely with the Senior Sales Executive to strengthen market presence and drive territory growth.

This role is also commission eligible

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively drive new business development through regular customer engagement, cold outreach, networking, and field visits.
• Identify, pursue, and secure negotiated sales opportunities, including design‑build and pre‑designed project work.
• Conduct site visits, field surveys, and needs assessments to qualify leads and define project requirements.
• Prepare scopes of work and detailed proposals that reflect customer needs and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with presales engineering teams to ensure solutions are accurate, competitive, and aligned with customer expectations.
• Build and manage a personal sales pipeline, maintaining a minimum of 10 targeted sales calls per week.
• Participate in weekly sales activity reviews and maintain all customer interactions, proposals, and documentation in HubSpot CRM.
• Oversee and renew recurring service agreements related to monitoring, inspections, and maintenance.
• Support estimating, take-offs, customer presentations, and other business development activities throughout the sales cycle.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional technical training or college coursework preferred.
• Proven B2B/outside sales experience within security, access control, low-voltage, or related system environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a consultative, customer‑focused approach.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sales, engineering, and operations teams.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (HubSpot preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities.
• Comfortable conducting site visits, field surveys, and developing scopes and proposals for customers.
• Willingness to perform proactive outreach (including cold calling) to generate opportunities and grow the customer base.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability in all interactions.
• Technologically proficient, including use of computers, mobile devices, and digital sales tools.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet company driving eligibility requirements, including maintaining a valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

This role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, movement around the office or job site, and operation of standard equipment. Physical activities can include reaching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs. Field positions may involve heavy lifting, working in varying climates (including outdoor conditions), construction or low-voltage environments, and exposure to dust, noise, or confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. Some roles may require travel.

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of job-related pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and/or drug testing, in accordance with applicable laws.

Applicant Notices

Fortis Fire & Safety provides required federal, state, and local labor law notices to all applicants.

Applicants may review the following notices at any time:

Federal Notices

• FMLA General Notice (English)

• FMLA General Notice (Spanish)

• USERRA Rights Notice (English)

• USERRA Rights Notice (Spanish)

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Notice (English)

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Notice (Spanish)

• E‑Verify Participation Posters

• Right to Work Posters

E-Verify Notice

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. participates in E‑Verify. We use E‑Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. For more information, visit https://www.e-verify.gov

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• Your Rights Under Illinois Employment Laws

• Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act

• Illinois Equal Pay Act - Pay Transparency Notice

• VESSA (Victims'' Economic Security and Safety Act)

• Illinois Right to Privacy Poster (English)

• Illinois Right to Privacy Poster (Spanish)

• Illinois Right to Privacy Poster (Polish)

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• CA Paid Sick Leave
• CA Pregnancy Disability/CFRA Leave
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