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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 10, 2026

IN Fire Department Plagued by Aging Fleet Eyes $850K Used Apparatus

The Clarksville Fire Department seeks to purchase a new fire engine due to reliability issues with its aging fleet.

The post IN Fire Department Plagued by Aging Fleet Eyes $850K Used Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 10, 2026

NE Town Weighs Budget Request for Rig Repairs, Turnout Gear, More Staff

The Grand Island Fire Department is seeking funding for equipment and repairs along with additional staff.

The post NE Town Weighs Budget Request for Rig Repairs, Turnout Gear, More Staff appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 9, 2026

Type 6 Quick Attack/Brush Truck Helps Cover Mixed Suburban/Rural District

Weis Fire & Safety Equipment built a Type 6 quick-attack/brush pumper on a Ford F-550- 4-door cab and 4×4 chassis for the Smithfield (VA) Volunteer Fire Department.

The post Type 6 Quick Attack/Brush Truck Helps Cover Mixed Suburban/Rural District appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 9, 2026

Fire Service Visionary George Sztykiel Passes Away

Throughout his time at Spartan, he led with the ethic of valuing each and every employee of the company. Fire departments across the country are part of the legacy he leaves behind.

The post Fire Service Visionary George Sztykiel Passes Away 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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