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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 6, 2026

Maynard (NY) FD Puts New Tower Ladder, EMS Vehicle into Service

The Maynard Volunteer Fire Department dedicated a new 100-foot ladder truck in honor of late firefighter Thomas P. Phelps and recognized outgoing Chief Jared Pearl's 34 years of service.

The post Maynard (NY) FD Puts New Tower Ladder, EMS Vehicle into Service appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Haverhill (MA) Buying New Airpacks, Masks with Grant Funds

Haverhill Fire Department is replacing aging air packs, masks, and cylinders with $812,999 in federal grant funding.

The post Haverhill (MA) Buying New Airpacks, Masks with Grant Funds appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Waco (TX) to Consider Baby Boxes for Future Fire Stations

Waco is considering Safe Haven Baby Boxes at all future fire stations.

The post Waco (TX) to Consider Baby Boxes for Future Fire Stations appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Car Crashes Into Ambulance on Staten Island (NY) Expressway, Says FDNY

A car struck an ambulance on the Staten Island Expressway while EMS treated a patient from a prior incident.

The post Car Crashes Into Ambulance on Staten Island (NY) Expressway, Says FDNY 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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