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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: Jan 27, 2026

CT Fire Departments Receive Grants for Equipment, Staffing

The awards ranged from $22,363 to $868,571, and cover the costs of training, new hires and equipment, including thermal imaging cameras, power lift systems, hoses, nozzles, breathing air compressor/fill stations, and cardiac monitors.

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Posted: Jan 27, 2026

Memphis (TN) FD Holds Push-In Ceremonies for Two New Rigs

The Memphis (TN) Fire Department held push-in ceremonies for two new E-ONE engines. Upcoming ceremonies are planned for additional engines.

The post Memphis (TN) FD Holds Push-In Ceremonies for Two New Rigs appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 27, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 27, 2026

Redondo Beach (CA) Fire Department spec'd a Capitol cab and chassis by Seagrave for its pumper. It has a 1,500-gpm pump and 500-gallon tank.

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Posted: Jan 26, 2026

NM Firefighter Dies Responding to Medical Call

The Valencia County Fire Department expressed condolences to the Cliff Gila Fire Department in New Mexico following the death of firefighter Brittany Hathaway during an EMS response.

The post NM Firefighter Dies Responding to Medical Call 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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