Chief Operation Office - Fire Alarm

Operational Management Experience In The Fire Alarm Industry Experience RequiredThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Forrest MackAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $240,000 - $350,000 per yearA bit about us:A well-established regional leader in the life safety, fire protection, and integrated security industry, this company has been serving commercial and institutional clients since the mid-20th century. The business operates as a full-service integrator, providing design, engineering, installation, monitoring, inspection, maintenance, and compliance services for fire alarm systems, safety communications, access control, and related technologies. It has grown organically and through strategic acquisitions to operate multiple physical locations across several Midwest states and is recognized as a major distributor for key industry manufacturers. The organization focuses on high-quality technical expertise, strong customer service, local responsiveness, and deep industry knowledge to serve customers such as schools, healthcare facilities, property managers, contractors, and large commercial accounts.Why join us?Employment Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Ongoing professional development & industry training
• Performance recognition programs
• Employee referral incentives
• Company discount program
• Stable, long-tenured, growth-oriented organization

Job DetailsWe are seeking an experienced Chief Operations Officer (COO) with a strong background in the fire alarm and life safety industry to lead and scale operations across a multi-location organization (~9 locations) with approximately 220 employees and ~$75M+ in annual revenue. The COO will play a critical strategic and operational leadership role, responsible for driving efficiency, operational excellence, process standardization, and scalable growth.This role reports to the CEO and serves as a key member of the executive leadership team.Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of operational leadership experience within the fire alarm, life safety, or related low-voltage service industry (integrator, manufacturer representation, or large service provider).
• Proven success scaling multi-location operations with P&L responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability creating and implementing SOPs, operational frameworks, and KPIs for service excellence.
• Strong understanding of fire protection standards, inspection/testing requirements, life safety codes, and industry certifications (NICET, NFPA standards).
• Excellent communicator with strong leadership presence and ability to influence at all levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, or related field (MBA a plus).

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with integrating acquisitions and aligning dispersed teams.
• Track record of operational improvement leading to measurable growth in revenue, margins, and service delivery performance.
• Familiarity with operational technology solutions for field service operations

Position Impact

• The COO will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and scalability as this established life safety services provider enters its next phase of growth. The role offers a strong leadership platform for a candidate eager to influence strategy, optimize performance across functions, and reinforce a culture of quality and innovation in a highly technical, regulated industry.

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