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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 14, 2026

2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit to Explore How FirstNet Fusion and LMR Are Redefining Mission‑Critical Communications

Public safety agencies are modernizing communications by integrating broadband with land mobile radio (LMR) systems. A session at the 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit will address this trend.

The post 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit to Explore How FirstNet Fusion and LMR Are Redefining Mission‑Critical Communications appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2026

PA Pump Primers Mark 50th Antique Fire Apparatus Muster

The Pennsylvania Pump Primers marked their 50th anniversary with over 120 antique fire trucks at Harrisburg's Riverfront Park.

The post PA Pump Primers Mark 50th Antique Fire Apparatus Muster appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2026

OR First Responders Plan Communications Upgrade with $1M Federal Grant

U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici announced $1.031 million in federal funding for Clatsop County to enhance emergency communications for first responders.

The post OR First Responders Plan Communications Upgrade with $1M Federal Grant appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2026

Pilot Killed After Aircraft Fighting Gold Mountain Fire Crashes Into CO Reservoir

An aircraft fighting the Gold Mountain fire crashed into Silver Jack Reservoir, resulting in the pilot's death.

The post Pilot Killed After Aircraft Fighting Gold Mountain Fire Crashes Into CO Reservoir 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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