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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: Jan 24, 2026

Baker City (OR) Fire Department Eager for Arrival of New Apparatus

Baker City will soon receive its first new fire engine in 30 years, funded by city council approval and federal pandemic dollars, as part of efforts to modernize the aging fire fleet.

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Posted: Jan 24, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 24, 2026

Rosenbauer built this 1,500/1,800 pumper for the Alma District (MI) Fire Department on a Commander 6024 cab and chassis.

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Posted: Jan 23, 2026

Proper Use and Maintenance of Hand Tools, Part 2

In Part 1, we covered some basic concepts of safety and maintenance of common hand tools. This is only going to scratch the surface of hand tools and learning their application. In part 2, we will cover more tools and their uses.

The post Proper Use and Maintenance of Hand Tools, Part 2 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 23, 2026

Bay County (FL) Commission Votes to Purchase 12 Fire Apparatus for $14M

Bay County (FL) commissioners and the Tourist Development Council will invest over $14 million to purchase 12 fire apparatus, with financing from United Community Bank.

The post Bay County (FL) Commission Votes to Purchase 12 Fire Apparatus for $14M 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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