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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 12, 2026

GA Firefighter Dies After Fire Apparatus Overturns

A Rockdale County (GA) firefighter died in a rollover crash while responding to a structure fire. The firefighter was ejected when the fire apparatus overturned, reports say.

The post GA Firefighter Dies After Fire Apparatus Overturns appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 12, 2026

Rosenbauer America 101-Foot King Cobra Aerials Delivered to Canmore, AB and Gimli, MB

Training for both departments was completed in May 2026 with hands-on instruction focused on aerial operations, apparatus functionality, firefighter safety, and emergency scene performance.

The post Rosenbauer America 101-Foot King Cobra Aerials Delivered to Canmore, AB and Gimli, MB appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 11, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: June 11, 2026

The Lucas (TX) Fire Department recently added this Pierce PUC pumper to its fleet.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: June 11, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 11, 2026

Rig Review: Logan Township (NJ) Engine 18

Engine 18 is this 2025 E-ONE Typhoon stainless-steel pumper. It has a Typhoon 58-inch cab with flat roof and 4-inch lower steps.

The post Rig Review: Logan Township (NJ) Engine 18 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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