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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 18, 2026

Historically Black NJ Town’s Three Apparatus Are All Broken. ‘This Is the Worst It’s Been.’

Lawnside's fire department lacks operational trucks, with all three inoperable, raising public safety concerns. Funding issues and aging equipment are common challenges for many NJ towns.

The post Historically Black NJ Town’s Three Apparatus Are All Broken. ‘This Is the Worst It’s Been.’ appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 17, 2026

MI Department Receives New $1.8M Apparatus

The Bloomfield Township Fire Department received a $1.8 million firetruck funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, enhancing capabilities for large structure fires and improving firefighter safety.

The post MI Department Receives New $1.8M Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 17, 2026

County Supervisors in IA Give OK to Yellow Ambulance Designs

Scott County supervisors approved new bright yellow designs for ambulances to enhance visibility and safety, while existing ambulances will retain their current designs.

The post County Supervisors in IA Give OK to Yellow Ambulance Designs appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 16, 2026

CT Firefighter Killed When Pinned by Entangled Hose and Struck by 35-Pound Valve

Conn-OSHA found no violations in the death of firefighter Ray Moreau, who died from injuries sustained during a fire response. Recommendations for safety procedures were made to the Plainville (CT) Fire Department.

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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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