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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: Jul 10, 2025

Russellville (AL) FD Welcomes New $2.2M 100-Foot Platform Fire Truck

The Russellville (AL) Fire Department and city officials recently showed off the department’s new $2.2 million, 100-foot platform fire truck, franklincountytimes.com reported.

The new truck, which features a large platform, will facilitate rescue operations, especially in multistory buildings, the report said. The city’s older ladder truck had a standard basket. The new apparatus has a large platform that holds several people at once, allowing residents, including those with mobility issues, to step directly in for faster evacuation, according to the report.

“We received a 100-foot platform truck yesterday which will be replacing our 2002 75-foot ladder truck,” RFD said in a Facebook post. “This will be such a great addition to our fleet and will allow us to serve and protect the city of Russellville in many ways.”

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Posted: Jul 10, 2025

Coos Bay (OR) FD Receives Grant for Wildland PPE

The city of Coos Bay, Oregon, announced July 3 it has received a $13,500 grant from the Three Rivers Foundation to support the purchase of wildland personal protective equipment (PPE) for the Coos Bay Fire Department, the fire department said in a press release.

This funding will help equip Coos Bay firefighters with NFPA 1977-compliant gear, enhancing safety during wildland fire response operations.

“We extend our sincere thanks to the Three Rivers Foundation for their continued investment in community resilience and public safety,” the department said.

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Posted: Jul 9, 2025

Darley Welcomes Jim Johnson to Fire Advisory Board

ITASCA, Illinois (July 9, 2025) – Darley, a leading provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Johnson to its Fire Advisory Board. Jim Johnson brings a wealth of industry experience and expertise in serving the fire industry.

Jim Johnson served as President of Pierce Manufacturing from 2010 to 2023. He also served as an Executive Vice President of Oshkosh Corporation and President of Oshkosh’s Fire & Emergency business segment with responsibility for the Frontline, Maximetal, and Oshkosh Airport Products brands in addition to Pierce. Most recently, Jim served as the President of the company’s Vocational business segment with the added responsibility for Oshkosh’s refuse vehicles, airport ground support equipment, utility and concrete truck brands in addition to his Fire & Emergency responsibilities before retiring in 2024. Jim started his career in Indianapolis as an attorney practicing commercial litigation.

“We are truly honored and proud to have Jim Johnson join our Fire Advisory Board,” said Paul Darley, CEO of Darley. “We have been business associates and close friends for almost 20 years. He is a strategic visionary with an eye toward innovation and people. Under his leadership, Pierce grew to be the largest company in the fire industry. Jim’s combination of operational experience, legal mindset, executive presence, sound ethical corporate governance, and industry experience make him an invaluable board member.”

About Darley: You serve others. We serve you. Darley provides the highest quality pump, technology, and equipment solutions for first responders around the world. With origins in Midwest manufacturing, Darley offers a complete line of unmanned systems, immersive training technology, equipment and pumps. Learn more on our websites: www.darley.com and shop.darley.com.

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Posted: Jul 9, 2025

Four Hospitalized After FL Ambulance/Pickup Truck Collision

Four people were hospitalized early Wednesday after an Apopka Fire Department ambulance collided with a pickup truck in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred around 6 a.m. at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and SR-414, temporarily shutting down traffic, ClickOrlando reports.

FHP said the ambulance was heading southbound on Orange Blossom Trail with its lights and sirens activated when it struck the right side of a Ford pickup truck that was entering the intersection from the westbound SR-414 exit ramp on a green light. The impact caused the truck to overturn and collide with a third vehicle.

The conditions of those hospitalized have not been released.

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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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