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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: Feb 16, 2026

Orangeburg (SC) to Replace Apparatus

Orangeburg City Council approved financing for a new fire truck costing up to $945,630 to replace an outdated model, with annual debt payments of about $90,000 over ten years.

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Posted: Feb 16, 2026

Mold Found in 20 of 22 Witchita (KS) Fire Stations; One Evacuated, Vice Mayor Says

Mold was found in 20 of Wichita's 22 fire stations, leading to the evacuation of Station 15. Officials cite deferred maintenance as a cause, impacting emergency response times.

The post Mold Found in 20 of 22 Witchita (KS) Fire Stations; One Evacuated, Vice Mayor Says appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 15, 2026

Morgan (AL) County Commission Districts Donating $40,000 to Somerville Volunteer Fire Dept.

The Morgan County Commission is donating $40,000 for repairs to the Somerville Volunteer Fire Department's parking lot, funded from road and bridge funds to expedite necessary improvements.

The post Morgan (AL) County Commission Districts Donating $40,000 to Somerville Volunteer Fire Dept. appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 15, 2026

Staten Island (NY) Reinforced: $9M to Modernize Firehouses, Train Next Generation of First Responders

Staten Island officials announced $9 million in federal funding to modernize firehouses and build an EMS training center, improving response times and service for local communities.

The post Staten Island (NY) Reinforced: $9M to Modernize Firehouses, Train Next Generation of First Responders 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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