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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 15, 2026

Internal Intake Valves: Fire Pump Panel Design, Pros, Cons & Maintenance

In this Training Minutes video, Andy Soccodato takes a closer look at internal intake valves and how they compare to external options.

The post Internal Intake Valves: Fire Pump Panel Design, Pros, Cons & Maintenance appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 15, 2026

L.A. County Approves New Contract for Water-Dropping Super Scoopers, Returning for Fall Fire Season

Los Angeles County has secured a $41.25 million contract to lease two Super Scooper air tankers for five more years to enhance wildfire suppression capabilities during fire season.

The post L.A. County Approves New Contract for Water-Dropping Super Scoopers, Returning for Fall Fire Season appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 15, 2026

Ricochet, NVFC to Award Specialty PPE to Volunteer Fire Departments

Ricochet and the NVFC are donating PPE to U.S. volunteer fire and rescue departments facing funding challenges. The program offers gear packages through three application periods this fall.

The post Ricochet, NVFC to Award Specialty PPE to Volunteer Fire Departments appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 15, 2026

St. Paul (MN) Fire Trucks Cool People off at Spots Around City

The St. Paul Fire Department is deploying fire trucks to parks for residents to cool off amid extreme heat.

The post St. Paul (MN) Fire Trucks Cool People off at Spots Around City 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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