Fire Marshal’s Office
Assistant Chief Fire Marshal Chris Vandagriff
Bio:
Assistant Chief Fire Marshal Chris “Pete” Vandagriff began his fire service career as a volunteer firefighter in 2004 and entered the career fire service in 2009. Known as “Pete,” a nickname he has carried since high school, he spent 10 years assigned to fire suppression, where he also served as a shift fire investigator.
Pete began working in the Fire Marshal’s Office in 2013 and was promoted to Fire Marshal in 2022. He currently serves as Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal, overseeing the department’s fire prevention, inspections, investigations, and public education programs. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Psychology from Liberty University.
Pete is married and has four children. Outside of the fire department, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and working on their family farm.
Keeping Kingsport’s Families and Businesses Fire Safe
The mission of the Kingsport Fire Department Fire Marshal’s Office is to protect the lives and property of the citizens and visitors of the City of Kingsport. This shall be accomplished through the following:
- Code Enforcement
- Community Risk Reduction & Public Education
- Plans Review
- Fire Investigation
- Training
- Food Truck Inspections
To Contact the Fire Marshal or to Submit Plans for Review:
Kingsport Fire Department
130 Island Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423-229-9440
Fax: 423-224-2528
E-mail: ChrisVandagriff@KingsportTN.gov
Assistant Fire Marshal Dwight Rimer
Assistant Fire Marshal Josh Martin
Assistant Fire Marshal Roger Hensley
2018 International Fire Code®
This comprehensive code includes regulations governing the safeguarding of life and property from all types of fire and explosions hazards. Topics include general precautions against fire, emergency planning and preparedness, fire department access, fire hydrants, automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, hazardous materials storage and use, and fire safety requirements for new and existing buildings and premises.
Food Truck Inspection Program
Food trucks and food trailers operating in Kingsport must and have a yearly inspection by the Kingsport Fire Marshal’s Office. Click here to find out more or call 423-229-9440 to set up an Inspection Appointment.
Knox-Box Rapid Entry Program
The Kingsport Fire Department participates in the Knox-Box Rapid Entry Program. To order your Knox-Box for your business or residence, please contact Fire Marshal Chris Vandagriff at ChrisVandagriff@KingsportTN.gov or go to the Knox Box order site: www.knoxbox.com
