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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: Apr 6, 2026

Ten-8 Fire & Safety Expands Service and Support Across AL, MS

Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) is now part of Ten-8 Fire & Safety., allowing it to expand its Pierce dealership presence and expand service, support and apparatus sales capabilities to fire departments throughout Alabama and Mississippi.

The post Ten-8 Fire & Safety Expands Service and Support Across AL, MS appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 6, 2026

WI Soybean-Based Fire Suppressant Legislation Signed Into Law

Wisconsin has enacted legislation allowing fire departments to use state grants for soybean-based fire suppressants.

The post WI Soybean-Based Fire Suppressant Legislation Signed Into Law appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 6, 2026

Two PA Chiefs Killed in Crash During Search Operation

The chief and assistant chief of the Walnuttown Fire Company were killed in a crash while searching for a missing woman.

The post Two PA Chiefs Killed in Crash During Search Operation appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 6, 2026

Cheshire (CT) May Need New Fire Station as Volunteer Firefighters Decline

Facing surging call volume in growing areas like Stonebridge Crossing and a steep decline in volunteers, Cheshire officials warn a costly new north-end fire station may soon be unavoidable.

The post Cheshire (CT) May Need New Fire Station as Volunteer Firefighters Decline 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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