Location: Hesperia, CA

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $100,000–$150,000


• Performance Bonus: Tied to EBITDA growth


• Benefits: Medical insurance and 401(k)


• Vehicle: Company vehicle or vehicle allowance available based on compensation package


• Long-Term Incentive: Opportunity to participate in the company's management incentive/equity program

Company Overview

Our client is an established fire protection services company expanding into Southern California and is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to launch and lead a new operation. This is a unique opportunity to build a branch from the ground up while being backed by an established organization with a strong reputation for quality and service.

This role is ideal for a proven leader who enjoys building teams, developing business, creating operational systems, and taking ownership of results.

What You'll Produce

• A successful new branch serving the local commercial market


• Consistent revenue growth and profitable branch performance


• A high-performing team of fire protection professionals


• Strong relationships with commercial customers, contractors, and property managers


• Efficient operational systems that support long-term growth


• Outstanding customer service and regulatory compliance


• Recurring service agreements that generate predictable revenue

What You'll Do

Branch Leadership & Operations

• Launch and manage a new branch operation from the ground up.


• Establish operational processes, workflows, and administrative systems.


• Coordinate licensing, vendor relationships, and branch infrastructure.


• Manage branch financial performance, including revenue, expenses, profitability, and reporting.


• Partner with executive leadership to achieve branch objectives and company goals.

Team Development

• Recruit, hire, train, and lead a growing team of field technicians and support staff.


• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability.


• Build a culture focused on quality, professionalism, and customer service.


• Develop employees while creating opportunities for advancement.

Business Development

• Build the customer base through networking, relationship building, referrals, and direct outreach.


• Develop relationships with commercial property managers, contractors, facility managers, and business owners.


• Prepare proposals, negotiate service agreements, and close new business opportunities.


• Grow recurring inspection, testing, maintenance, and service contracts.


• Represent the company professionally throughout the local business community.

Service Operations

• Oversee scheduling, dispatch, and workload planning.


• Ensure inspection, testing, and service work is completed in accordance with applicable fire protection codes and industry standards.


• Monitor customer documentation, inspection reports, and deficiency tracking.


• Maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction while driving operational efficiency.

Must Meet

• Previous experience leading a branch, division, territory, or business unit.


• Proven success building a business, territory, operation, or team from the ground up.


• Experience recruiting, developing, and leading high-performing employees.


• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.


• Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and operational metrics.


• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.


• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout the local market.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within fire protection, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, construction, facilities management, or another skilled trade service industry.


• Familiarity with recurring service contract business models.


• Understanding of inspection, testing, maintenance, or regulatory compliance within service industries.


• Existing relationships within the commercial property, facilities management, or construction community are a plus.


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Who Will Excel in This Role

Our client is looking for a builder. Someone who enjoys creating something from the ground up, thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, and takes ownership of outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with business development and operational discipline, understanding that long-term success comes from developing great people, delivering exceptional service, and building lasting customer relationships.