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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: Apr 23, 2026

Morgan Olson Showcases the Kestrel Work Truck for First Response Applications

Morgan Olson showcases the Kestrel work truck platform, a validated, purpose-built vehicle designed for first responders, offering reliability, flexibility, and efficiency in demanding environments.

The post Morgan Olson Showcases the Kestrel Work Truck for First Response Applications appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Spartan Showcases S-180 Aerial and Pumper Series, 105-Foot TDA, Spartan Fire Chassis, and More at FDIC 2026

Spartan Emergency Response will showcase fire apparatus, including the S-180 Pumper and Aerial Series, at FDIC International in Indianapolis from April 23-25, 2026, Booth #4237.

The post Spartan Showcases S-180 Aerial and Pumper Series, 105-Foot TDA, Spartan Fire Chassis, and More at FDIC 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Milwaukee (WI) Fire Engine Destroyed in Head-On Crash

A head-on collision in Milwaukee involving Engine 17 and a car resulted in both vehicles being destroyed.

The post Milwaukee (WI) Fire Engine Destroyed in Head-On Crash appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Lake Oswego (OR) Plans Earthquake-Proof Firehouse

Lake Oswego voters will decide on a property tax increase to fund a $20.6 million rebuild of the South Shore Fire Station, which does not meet seismic standards.

The post Lake Oswego (OR) Plans Earthquake-Proof 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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