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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: Apr 20, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: April 20, 2026

This Rosenbauer rescue is shown making its way into the Indiana Convention Center where it will be on display at FDIC International 2026.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2026

Onlookers Videoing Fire Delay Apparatus Response to OR House Fire

A house fire in Nyssa displaced six people and caused a total loss, with no injuries reported. Firefighters faced access delays due to bystanders recording the incident, impacting response times.

The post Onlookers Videoing Fire Delay Apparatus Response to OR House Fire appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2026

NV Firefighter Cited by Home Owners Association for Displaying Vintage Hydrants

A Las Vegas firefighter is contesting his HOA's citation for displaying vintage fire hydrants in his yard.

The post NV Firefighter Cited by Home Owners Association for Displaying Vintage Hydrants appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 20, 2026

Apparatus Ideas: Palmerton (PA) Replaces 22-Year-Old Pumper

When designing a new piece of apparatus for your response district, look at what’s out there as far as design and upgrades are concerned.

The post Apparatus Ideas: Palmerton (PA) Replaces 22-Year-Old Pumper 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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