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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: Jan 28, 2026

Pumper Slides Off Icy Road Into Ditch in NH

A Wentworth (NH) Fire Department pumper slid off an icy road into a ditch while leaving a truck fire scene. No injuries were reported, and minor damage occurred to the apparatus.

The post Pumper Slides Off Icy Road Into Ditch in NH appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 28, 2026

E-ONE Delivers MPAV and IP to Saudi Aramco

E-ONE has delivered a multi-purpose attack vehicle (MPAV) and an industrial pumper (IP) to Aramco for operations in Saudi Arabia, completing a six-vehicle order.

The post E-ONE Delivers MPAV and IP to Saudi Aramco appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 28, 2026

City Combines Housing Units with New Fire Station

The Tempe (AZ) City Council approved $6.6 million for a project co-locating affordable housing and a fire station, marking significant steps in addressing housing and safety priorities.

The post City Combines Housing Units with New Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 28, 2026

VFD Awarded Two Grants for PPE, Gear Extractor

The St. George Island (FL) Volunteer Fire Department received $82,000 in grants from Florida's Department of Financial Services for essential safety equipment and a specialized gear extractor.

The post VFD Awarded Two Grants for PPE, Gear Extractor 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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