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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: Feb 11, 2026

Water Main Break Damages Station, Apparatus, Gear at VFC

A 48-inch water main break at Elrama Volunteer Fire Company in Union City, PA, caused significant damage to the station and equipment.

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Posted: Feb 11, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 11, 2026

The Frederick County Fire Department, Winchester, VA, turned to Midwest Fire for these two 1,500/3,000 pumper-tankers built on Freightliner 114 SD cabs and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 11, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 10, 2026

Pierce Manufacturing Expands Florida Operations

Pierce Manufacturing is investing $150 million in facility enhancements in Bradenton, FL, adding 800 jobs and expanding production capacity to meet growing demand for fire apparatus.

The post Pierce Manufacturing Expands Florida Operations appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 10, 2026

Terex and REV Group Complete Merger

Terex Corporation has completed its merger with REV Group, forming a leading specialty equipment manufacturer. The merger aims to create $75 million in synergies by 2028.

The post Terex and REV Group Complete Merger 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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