Company Description:

Viking Fire Protection Group (VFPG) is growing! Because of that growth, we are seeking qualified applicants for an open Service & Sales Leader position out of our Duluth, MN office, but stationed remote. Sales territory will include Central MN (St. Cloud, Brainerd lakes, Bemidji, and up to the Canadian Border). We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other and we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. VFPG accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. If the details below peak your interest, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of the Fire Protection Industry, 1-3 years is preferred, but not required
• Solid working knowledge of NFPA pamphlets 101, 25, 10, 13, 13R, 14, 20 and 24
• Ability to read and understand construction documents including bid forms, plans, specification, contracts, purchase orders and agreements
• Familiarity with fire sprinkler hydraulic calculations
• A history of success in growing a market share and meeting sales goals
• Ability to work independently and with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; ability to professionally communicate with all levels of leadership, customers, and employees.
• Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking skills, ability to be resourceful and proactive when completing duties
• Willingness to assist with miscellaneous projects as needed.
• Travel when required
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the Division s Service Department in a professional manner; always looking out for the best interest of the Company
• Honor all schedules and commitments
• Provide mentorship and training to divisional team members
• Lead by example
• Hire and present quality industry professionals to customers
• Create department budgets, and manage them to maintain costs and profitability
• Create an environment of high professionalism, integrity, honesty, quality, and success
• Work closely with the inspection, and alarm managers to create accurate deficiency proposals for work
• Seek out new customers
• Build new customer relationships while nurturing existing relationships
• Maintain an orderly departmental environment, including making sure the service team members are maintaining departmental records and file systems in accordance with the divisional directives
• Work with the office and shop employees to maintain the correct quantities of printed materials and mechanical materials for service work
• Inspect service trucks as needed for cleanliness and professionalism
• Inspect all tools and safety equipment 2x annually and be sure all equipment is maintained and is in safe working condition
• Perform quarterly individual development plan (IDP) for direct reports
• Help create individual and team goals for service team members
• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned
• Coordinate all parts and equipment needed to perform service work
• Other duties as assigned and as the business needs adjust.

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending (FSA) & Health Saving (HSA)
• 401(k) Plan
• Profit Sharing and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Starting Salary: $50-60k, dependent on experience.