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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: Jun 1, 2021

Man Arrested After Breaking into WV Fire Station on Multiple Occasions

Robert Williams was arrested after officials say he played a role in breaking into a fire department in Jackson County (WV) on multiple occasions, reports wsaz.com. He was taken to the South Central Regional Jail where he’s being held on $50,000 bond.

Police officials say the 31-year-old Williams had a hand in a camper theft from the Silverton Volunteer Fire Department substation last week; the official added that the department was broken into twice. Along with the camper, an ATV, weed eater, gas can, and bunker coat were taken. Locks were broken and a hole was cut in the fence.

Some of the items, including the ATV, were found in Wirt County, but investigators say the camper is still missing.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2021

Grover-Porterfield (WI) Fire Department Receives $5,400 Grant

The Grover-Porterfield (WI) Fire Department received a $5,400 grant via the M&M Area Community Foundation (MMACF) to purchase a Rescue 42 Truck Kit Vehicle Stabilization System, reports ehextra.com.

The rescue system includes struts, jacks, straps, clamps, and rings to allow for the stabilization of vehicles involved in road and highway accidents.

The department currently is using a combination of wood blocks, chains, cables, and winches, an official says.

The department serves the Grover-Porterfield townships as well as the Towns of Wagner, Middle Inlet, Pound, Lake, Peshtigo, and the cities of Marinette and Peshtigo as needed, in addition to Mellen township in Menominee County.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2021

1917 Model T Restored for McDonald (OH) Fire Department

A 1917 Model T has been refurbished for the McDonald (OH) Fire Department, reports theepochtimes.com.

In rough shape, the engine was decommissioned for many years. Now-retired chief Todd Stitt enlisted the help of local mechanic Larry Manaro to fix her up. With assistance from Kevin Prus, Pro Image Sign Company in Youngstown, and Snyder’s Antique Parts, it took an entire year to refurbish.

The engine was originally a donation to McDonald from Carnegie Steel in 1920 to establish the department.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2021

Milton (GA) Fire-Rescue Is Getting a Quint

With constant growth in the city and the reopening of Station 42, the Milton (GA) Fire-Rescue Department says it is in need of a quint, reports AJC.com.

At a recent meeting, the Milton City Council approved a $1,175,700 contract for the purchase of the quint. According to city documents, “for fleet consistency and functionality, the quint will be built by Pierce Mfg. and will be provided by Pierce’s sole southeastern distributor, Ten-8 Fire & Safety, LLC. The Pierce Ascendant will take approximately 12 months to build.”

The approved contract takes advantage of a pre-pay program, which will save the city approximately $40,000 and avoid a price increase of up to 10% in June due to the increase in cost for component parts.

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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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