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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 24, 2026

Waterbury (CT) Water Chief Resigns After Hydrant Investigation Finds ‘Misconduct,’ Officials Say

Waterbury's water superintendent resigned amid an investigation into misconduct related to low-pressure fire hydrants, which delayed firefighting efforts.

The post Waterbury (CT) Water Chief Resigns After Hydrant Investigation Finds ‘Misconduct,’ Officials Say appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 24, 2026

Plans Advance for New Mentor (OH) Fire Station

Plans for Mentor's Fire Station No. 3 are advancing, with bids due next month and construction expected to finish by August 2027.

The post Plans Advance for New Mentor (OH) Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 24, 2026

North Platte (NE) Fire Department ‘Burn Building’ to Cost Half Its ’08 Predecessor

The North Platte City Council approved a $187,000 burn building.

The post North Platte (NE) Fire Department ‘Burn Building’ to Cost Half Its ’08 Predecessor appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 24, 2026

Cummins Showcases Fire and Rescue Technologies at FDIC 2026

Cummins Inc. showcases advanced drivetrain and engine technologies for fire and rescue at FDIC International, emphasizing reliability and efficiency for emergency response vehicles.

The post Cummins Showcases Fire and Rescue Technologies at FDIC 2026 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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