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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

Darley, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Announce Winners of Essay Competition

Darley and the NFFF named winners of a fire service essay competition on how AI can improve firefighter health, wellness and safety, with entrants from five countries.

The post Darley, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Announce Winners of Essay Competition appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 29, 2026

VT Fire Department Tanker Totaled After Car Crashes Into It

Brookfield Fire Department in central Vermont is without its tanker after a car struck it while crews responded to another crash.

The post VT Fire Department Tanker Totaled After Car Crashes Into It appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 29, 2026

PA Fire Company Plans Apartments to Attract Volunteer Firefighters

La Mott Fire Company in Elkins Park, PA, plans a four-unit apartment building behind its firehouse to offer free or reduced-rent housing for volunteer firefighters.

The post PA Fire Company Plans Apartments to Attract Volunteer Firefighters appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 29, 2026

Longview (WA) Fire Department Pitches New Station to Voters

Longview fire officials are seeking a property tax levy to fund a third station.

The post Longview (WA) Fire Department Pitches New Station to Voters 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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