Eric Barlow
Director, Electrical, Residential, & Marina Inspections
Eric Barlow serves as Director for the SFMO’s Electrical, Residential, and Marina Inspections section. This section includes 16 state inspectors, seven administrators, and 100 contracted Deputy Electrical Inspectors and Deputy Residential Inspectors throughout the state.
As a native of Clarksville, Eric joined the SFMO in July 2025 after a distinguished 20-year career as an active duty Air Force firefighter. Eric retired from the Air Force as the Deputy Fire Chief for one of the Department of Defense’s largest fire departments. He is a combat veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom.
He earned his Associate’s Degree in Applied Science, Fire Science and a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Science Management. He has earned numerous International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and Pro Board certifications to compliment his extensive fire service background.