Summary: Curious what it’s like behind the scenes at TFT? A day in the life at TFT is high energy, purpose driven, and full of real impact. As an Account Manager, you’re not pushing products—you’re empowering first responders with gear that helps them save lives. From hands-on demos at fire stations to strategic territory planning, every day is fast paced, meaningful, and rooted in service. If you’re fueled by grit, driven by mission, and thrive in action, this could be your best move yet.

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Behind the Scenes at TFT: A Day in the Life of a High-Energy Account Manager

This Isn’t Your Average Sales Gig

At Task Force Tips, our mission is simple: make the world safer, healthier, and more productive. That mission fuels everything we do, from the engineering floor to the fire station driveway. As an Account Manager, you’re the frontline connection between TFT and the fire service community. You’re not sitting behind a desk. You’re out in the field, getting gear into the hands of the people who need it most.

Start Your Day With a Purpose

Each day starts with intention. You might be reaching out to departments, prepping your demo gear or planning solutions for firefighters you've spoken to. Maybe it’s a suburban station testing a new nozzle. Maybe it’s a major metro department exploring custom solutions. Either way, you show up ready to listen, learn, and lead with expertise.

Hit the Road, Meet the Firefighters

Most of your day is spent in motion. You’re driving across your territory, stepping into firehouses, and getting hands-on with firefighters. You run demos. You troubleshoot water flow setups. You offer real solutions, not sales pitches. You become the go-to expert your customers count on.

You’re also building relationships—with firefighters, chiefs, dealers, and department decision makers. You’re not just there to sell. You’re there to support.

Make the Gear Work Smarter

Your role also includes training partners and dealers to use TFT equipment correctly and confidently. You know the specs. You know the pressure ratings. And you can break it all down so crews know exactly what they’re getting, and how to make it work for them. No firefighting background? That's OK! Your energy and can-do attitude is all you need to get started.

This technical know-how, paired with your communication skills, makes you a critical link between the fireground and the factory.

Wrap Up, Recharge, and Gear Up for Tomorrow

As the day winds down, you handle follow-ups. You track your progress toward territory goals and look ahead to what’s next. Some days end with a webinar or training session to stay sharp. Others end with a well-earned rest before hitting the road again.

What It Takes to Thrive at TFT

The best TFT Account Managers are self-starters who bring grit, integrity, and a love for meaningful work. You’ve got to be resilient under pressure, quick on your feet, and ready to adapt. Maybe you have fire service experience. Maybe you’re just passionate about helping those who do. Either way, if you bring energy, drive, and heart—we’ll teach you the rest.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive base pay plus bonus

• 401(k) with profit sharing

• Medical, dental, vision coverage starting the first of the month

• Paid holidays and PTO

• On-site fitness and health support

• Tuition assistance and ongoing training

• A mission that matters

Why a TFT Sales Role Might Be a Fit

If you thrive on movement, independence, technical problem solving, and doing work that matters, this role could be for you. You’re not stuck in a cubicle pushing products. You’re out in the field, helping firefighters, and playing a real part in their mission.

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

This is more than a job. It’s a way to help protect lives, support firefighters, and be part of something bigger. If that fires you up, apply now!