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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: Jun 3, 2026

Fire Stations, Training Facilities Included in $3.7 Billion OH Construction Budget

Ohio's proposed capital budget includes nearly $3.7 billion for infrastructure and community projects.

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Posted: Jun 3, 2026

Ann Arbor (MI) OKs Street Closure Ok’d for Fire Department Spray Park

Ann Arbor will close Maynard Street on July 4 for a free spray park event, allowing children to cool off with water from fire trucks.

The post Ann Arbor (MI) OKs Street Closure Ok’d for Fire Department Spray Park appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 2, 2026

Chicago Fire Department Places Landmark Order for 120 Emergency Vehicles from E-ONE and Wheeled Coach

The Chicago (IL) Fire Department has selected E-ONE and Wheeled Coach to supply 120 new vehicles valued at more than $100 million.

The post Chicago Fire Department Places Landmark Order for 120 Emergency Vehicles from E-ONE and Wheeled Coach appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 2, 2026

Worcester (MA) Replacing 67-Year-Old Firehouse

Worcester's South Division Fire Station will relocate to a new facility at 25 Madison St., with construction starting soon.

The post Worcester (MA) Replacing 67-Year-Old Firehouse 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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