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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: Apr 10, 2026

IL Interim Fire Chief Takes Leave Amid Union Concerns About Apparatus Readiness

Dolton interim Fire Chief Quentin Curtis is on leave amid firefighter concerns over equipment issues and his certifications.

The post IL Interim Fire Chief Takes Leave Amid Union Concerns About Apparatus Readiness appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 10, 2026

Kingston (NY) Council OKs $681,000 More for $10.4 Million New Central Fire Station

The Kingston Common Council approved an additional $681,000 for the new Central Fire Station, raising the total cost to $10.4 million due to higher-than-expected bids.

The post Kingston (NY) Council OKs $681,000 More for $10.4 Million New Central Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 10, 2026

Fire Engineering Training and ISFSI Unveil The Training Playbook — A Transformational Resource for Fire Service Training Leaders

Fire Engineering Training and ISFSI have launched The Training Playbook, a resource aimed at improving fire service training programs with structured guidance on standards and instructional leadership.

The post Fire Engineering Training and ISFSI Unveil The Training Playbook — A Transformational Resource for Fire Service Training Leaders appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 9, 2026

First Aid Squad Operates Large Heavy Rescue with Unique Configuration

Heavy Rescue 168 is a custom 2023 Pierce Velocity combination walk-in/walk-around heavy rescue. It is built on a Velocity cab and chassis (84-inch-long cab) with a 20-inch raised roof.

The post First Aid Squad Operates Large Heavy Rescue with Unique Configuration 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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