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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Jun 29, 2026

FAMA Forum: the 2026 Fire Apparatus Design Symposium

Planning committee members Gabe Casucci and Chris Martin join Chris Mc Loone to discuss what is returning and what new features FAMA is rolling out for this year’s event.

The post FAMA Forum: the 2026 Fire Apparatus Design Symposium appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 28, 2026

Terre Haute (IN) Fire Department Places New Ladder 8 into Service

The Terre Haute Fire Department's new Ladder 8, costing nearly $2 million, was placed into service, highlighting ongoing efforts to upgrade fire apparatus amid national manufacturing delays.

The post Terre Haute (IN) Fire Department Places New Ladder 8 into Service appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 27, 2026

Lebanon (CT) FD Gets New Engine Tanker Truck

The Lebanon Fire Department has added a new fire truck after four years of delays due to supply chain issues. The truck replaces a 36-year-old engine and addresses the town's lack of hydrants.

The post Lebanon (CT) FD Gets New Engine Tanker Truck appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 27, 2026

Niagara (NY) Receives Grant for New Apparatus

The Town of Niagara Active Hose Fire Company will receive a $2 million grant for a new ladder truck, addressing safety concerns for the new Amazon building, which exceeds the reach of their current truck.

The post Niagara (NY) Receives Grant for New Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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