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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: Nov 5, 2026

WY Fire Departments Avoid Potential Funding Cuts as Voters Reject Tax Cut Measure

Wyoming voters rejected a citizen initiative for a 50% residential property tax exemption, after fire districts, community colleges, and law enforcement warned it could cut services.

The post WY Fire Departments Avoid Potential Funding Cuts as Voters Reject Tax Cut Measure appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Nov 5, 2026

The Apparatus Chauffeur: Drew Davies, Garden City (GA) Fire-Rescue

Meet Drew Davies, age 36, C-shift Engine 201 chauffeur with Garden City (GA) Fire-Rescue.

The post The Apparatus Chauffeur: Drew Davies, Garden City (GA) Fire-Rescue appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Submit Your Nominations for the NVFC’s 2027 National Fire Service Achievement Awards

The NVFC is accepting nominations for awards recognizing outstanding volunteer firefighters and junior programs, with deadlines on January 15 and events on May 15, 2027, in Alexandria, VA.

The post Submit Your Nominations for the NVFC’s 2027 National Fire Service Achievement Awards appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Nov 4, 2026

ID Firefighter Killed, Another Injured in Fire Truck Crash

A Raft River Fire District truck crashed in Cassia County, Idaho, injuring two firefighters; one later died, and the other remains hospitalized.

The post ID Firefighter Killed, Another Injured in Fire Truck Crash 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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