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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: Aug 5, 2026

Plymouth (NC) Fire Department Goes to Brindlee Mountain for Heavy Rescue

The department was able to replace a commercial-chassis rescue truck with a 2017 Pierce Enforcer heavy rescue.

The post Plymouth (NC) Fire Department Goes to Brindlee Mountain for Heavy Rescue appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 5, 2026

Beyond Protection: What Firefighters Should Demand from Today’s Helmet Designs

Departments should evaluate balance, stability, cleanability, fit range, and operational performance of helmets.

The post Beyond Protection: What Firefighters Should Demand from Today’s Helmet Designs appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 5, 2026

IA Hospital Upgrades Air Ambulance Fleet with Three New Helicopters

UnityPoint Health Des Moines is upgrading its air medical fleet with three Bell 429 helicopters for ICU-level transport.

The post IA Hospital Upgrades Air Ambulance Fleet with Three New Helicopters appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 5, 2026

$6M in New Funding Supplies PA Ambulances With New Intubation and EKG Equipment

Pennsylvania EMS agencies will receive an additional $6 million for medical equipment under the state's 2026-27 budget.

The post $6M in New Funding Supplies PA Ambulances With New Intubation and EKG Equipment 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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