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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 3, 2026

Firefighter Safety Grants Bring New Equipment to Western MA Departments

Holyoke, West Springfield, and Westfield, Massachusetts, fire departments will receive more than $55,000 in state funding for safety equipment as part of a $5 million grant program.

The post Firefighter Safety Grants Bring New Equipment to Western MA Departments appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 3, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: April 3, 2026

The Citizens Fire Company, Charles Town, WV, turned to Midwest Fire for this pumper-tanker built on a Freightliner 108SD cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: April 3, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 2, 2026

Two Fire Apparatus Damaged, FFs Suffer Minor Burns at KY Forest Fire

A controlled burn in Louisa, Kentucky, escalated into a chaotic wildfire, endangering homes and trapping firefighters. The fire was eventually extinguished, with minor injuries reported.

The post Two Fire Apparatus Damaged, FFs Suffer Minor Burns at KY Forest Fire appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 2, 2026

Grand Junction (CO) FD Chooses Stock Option for New Pumpers

The Grand Junction (CO) Fire Department has added two Pierce Enforcer pumpers to its fleet, purchasing the rigs through the Pierce Stock Truck Program in order to capitalize on popular options and configurations and a quicker delivery time.

The post Grand Junction (CO) FD Chooses Stock Option for New Pumpers 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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