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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: Jun 23, 2026

New Radios Coming for Salamonia (IN); Final Piece of County-Wide Upgrade

Jay County Commissioners approved an agreement for Salamonia Volunteer Fire Department to receive new radios.

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Posted: Jun 23, 2026

Study Identifies Staffing, Station Needs for Montgomery County (VA) Fire and EMS

A study recommends Montgomery County build three new fire and EMS stations and hire a fire marshal.

The post Study Identifies Staffing, Station Needs for Montgomery County (VA) Fire and EMS appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 23, 2026

Acela Truck Company Announces Partnership with Matheny Fire & Emergency to Serve FL Fire and Rescue Vehicle Market

Acela Truck Company has partnered with Matheny Fire & Emergency as its authorized dealer in Florida.

The post Acela Truck Company Announces Partnership with Matheny Fire & Emergency to Serve FL Fire and Rescue Vehicle Market appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 22, 2026

FAMA Forum: Air Brakes on Fire Apparatus

This guide walks through air brake systems in a way that helps you understand not just how they work but how to choose between the two main options: drum brakes and air disc brakes.

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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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