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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: Oct 30, 2026

Rebuilt Fire Station No. 5 Officially Opens in Tupelo (MS)

Tupelo opened its rebuilt Fire Station No. 5 Wednesday, marking the city’s latest fire station replacement and part of a broader plan to upgrade emergency services.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

WA Foundation Seeks Nominations for Firefighter Grants

The Columbia Basin Foundation is seeking nominations for $1,000 grants for local fire agencies and personnel in Grant and Adams counties. Nominations close Sunday.

The post WA Foundation Seeks Nominations for Firefighter Grants appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Genoa (WI) Awarded $450K Grant for New Fire Engine; Will Replace 30-Year-Old Apparatus

Genoa received a $450,000 USDA grant to help buy a new fire engine for its volunteer fire department, replacing a 30-year-old engine.

The post Genoa (WI) Awarded $450K Grant for New Fire Engine; Will Replace 30-Year-Old Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

MacQueen Opens New Bismarck (ND) Service Center

MacQueen opened a new service center in Bismarck, North Dakota, expanding local service, parts and technical support for fire departments and emergency response agencies across the region.

The post MacQueen Opens New Bismarck (ND) Service Center 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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