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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: Aug 26, 2026

NH Man Accused of Stealing Fire Truck During Fire at His Own House

A Dalton man was accused of stealing a rescue truck while firefighters battled his house fire, striking a fire engine, damaging property and nearly hitting three firefighters.

The post NH Man Accused of Stealing Fire Truck During Fire at His Own House appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Q&A: Dallas Fire, Police Chiefs Discuss Needs Ahead of $443 Million Bond Election

Dallas voters will consider a $443 million bond for public safety facilities, but some council members oppose the cost and bundling of five projects.

The post Q&A: Dallas Fire, Police Chiefs Discuss Needs Ahead of $443 Million Bond Election appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Fire Truck in CA

A California Highway Patrol officer stopped a fire truck driving erratically on the westbound 91 Freeway, and a shirtless man was arrested on suspicion of stolen vehicle possession.

The post Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Fire Truck in CA appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 26, 2026

CO Historic Group Preserves Siren as Tower Dismantled

Erie removed a decades-old tower behind the Chamber of Commerce building in Old Town. The historic fire siren will be preserved and relocated.

The post CO Historic Group Preserves Siren as Tower Dismantled 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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