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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: Oct 26, 2026

LEADER GROUP Turns 40 as a Global Force in Fire and Rescue Equipment.

Founded in 1986, LEADER GROUP offers integrated firefighting and rescue equipment through its ten companies, serving global fire services with innovation and comprehensive solutions.

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Posted: Oct 26, 2026

ICEYE Partners with OroraTech to Deliver Full-lifecycle Wildfire Intelligence

ICEYE and OroraTech partnered to combine thermal and SAR satellite data for continuous wildfire detection, monitoring, and damage assessment, aiding governments, utilities, insurers, and emergency responders.

The post ICEYE Partners with OroraTech to Deliver Full-lifecycle Wildfire Intelligence appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 25, 2026

Wells (NV) May Sell Fire Engine to Help Fund $58K Ladder Truck Repairs

Wells City Council will discuss funding about $58,000 in repairs to the city’s aerial ladder truck, including possible sale of a surplus fire engine to help offset costs.

The post Wells (NV) May Sell Fire Engine to Help Fund $58K Ladder Truck Repairs appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 25, 2026

Auction House Finds New Homes for Western WA Collector’s Vintage Fire Apparatus

After retired firefighter Doug Blackburn died, his collection of 955-plus vintage fire engines and gear was sent to Pasco for an online auction ending Oct. 27.

The post Auction House Finds New Homes for Western WA Collector’s Vintage Fire Apparatus 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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