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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 26, 2019

Rockingham (VT) Fire Apparatus Lost to Rust

 
 
Next week, during town meeting, Rockingham voters will have to decide whether to borrow up to $500,000 to purchase two new fire trucks — but those would be for the Bellows Falls Fire Department. Bellows Falls Fire Chief Shaun McGinnis is applying for a $400,000 federal grant to cover the majority of that cost. The town's fire committee will hold a special meeting Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Rockingham engine No. 1, as well as the $500,000 article that calls for the purchase of two fire trucks for the Bellows Falls fire department. 
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Posted: Feb 26, 2019

Siddons-Martin Marks 45th Anniversary with Expansion of Service Centers Across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana

APPLETON, WI—Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced that Siddons-Martin Emergency Group marked the company’s 45th anniversary as an authorized Pierce dealer with the expansion of service center offerings across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana. 

  • The Lubbock, Texas Service Center opened in August 2018, serving the North Texas and Texas Panhandle region. 
  • The Dallas Service Center opened in January 2019, located in Balch Springs, Texas, and serves the city of Dallas, Texas, and the surrounding municipalities. 
  • The Longview Service Center is scheduled to open in April 2019, located in Longview, Texas, and will serve the East Texas and North Louisiana regions. 

Headquartered in Houston, Texas and employing more than 300 dedicated personnel, Siddons-Martin Emergency Group is considered one of the largest emergency vehicle dealerships in North America.

“As we celebrate our forty-fifth year in business as a Pierce authorized dealer, I couldn’t be more grateful for the knowledgeable team and incredible customer relationships we’ve built over the years,” said Leon Martin Jr., president of service for Siddons-Martin Emergency Group. “The new service centers and mobile service units will allow us to grow relationships, while providing the same quality products and enhanced experience our customers have come to know and trust.” 

Pierce fire apparatus sales in these regions led by Siddons-Martin Emergency Group have been the driving factor for service center expansion. All centers will feature hydraulic truck lifts, mobile or on-site fire pump testing and certification, computer diagnostics and service history review, annual and semi-annual inspections, robust preventive maintenance programs, and EVT and ASE certified technicians with a master EVP technician in each region.  

“I’d like to thank the Siddons-Martin Emergency Group team for exceptionally serving Pierce customers in Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana for the last 45 years,” said Jim Johnson, president of Pierce Manufacturing. “As a highly respected dealer and service provider, I am confident the service center expansions will provide outstanding support and be an invaluable resource for current and future customers.” 

Upon opening the Longview Service Center, Siddons-Martin Emergency Group will maintain a total of 16 service centers and 40 mobile service units – all featuring highly trained technicians offering expertise in the areas of parts ordering, training, warranties, and other aftermarket services.

For more information about Pierce Manufacturing and Siddons-Martin Emergency Group’s service center expansion, visit www.piercemfg.com.

About Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC, a Texas limited liability company, is privately held and traces its history to its foundation in 1974. Siddons Martin, since starting business in 1974, has been a dealer for Pierce Manufacturing. Siddons Martin also sells and services emergency vehicles catering to emergency responders for police, EMS, and Fire through a diverse mixture of products and services. Siddons Martin has 16 service centers covering Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico.

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Posted: Feb 26, 2019

Gallery: North Patchogue (NY) Fire Department Pierce Ascendant Quint

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Posted: Feb 26, 2019

Retired Chicago (IL) Fire Department Fire Apparatus

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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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