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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: Mar 10, 2026

Jarring Alarms out, Quieter Alerts In. New Firehouse Dispatch Systems Aim to Ease Stress

Danbury, CT, has implemented a new alert system for its fire department that gradually increases volume, aiming to reduce stress and improve response times, addressing health risks for firefighters.

The post Jarring Alarms out, Quieter Alerts In. New Firehouse Dispatch Systems Aim to Ease Stress appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 10, 2026

$50,000 in Fire Department Grants Available Through Nutella Stacks for Giving Back

As a brand that aspires to spread smiles for over 60 years, Nutella is seeking to shine a light on those who spread positivity in their local communities through “Stacks for Giving Back.” In the third year of the program, Nutella has once again partnered with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to award $25,000 […]

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Posted: Mar 9, 2026

Moving Water: Tank Size

The ideal tank size depends largely on a department’s operational environment and resources.

The post Moving Water: Tank Size appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 9, 2026

MO Firefighter Killed in Apparatus Crash While Responding to Grass Fire

A Missouri firefighter, Jackson Warren, 27, died in a rollover crash while responding to a grass fire. Another firefighter was injured.

The post MO Firefighter Killed in Apparatus Crash While Responding to Grass Fire 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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