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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: Mar 4, 2026

AMKUS Rescue Systems Partners with High Limit Racing

Through this partnership, AMKUS will support High Limit Racing’s safety team with rescue equipment designed to perform in the most demanding environments.

The post AMKUS Rescue Systems Partners with High Limit Racing appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 3, 2026

South Korea’s SK Group Selects Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper

This order marks the first Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper to enter service outside the United States.

The post South Korea’s SK Group Selects Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 3, 2026

Lawsuits and More Questionable Dots

There are a number of lawsuits that are getting attention from the press with at least one being a class action. But, before you jump on board, look at what the end game is and if that end game will actually get you your rig faster. Try to connect the dots. It won't be easy.

The post Lawsuits and More Questionable Dots appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 3, 2026

QTAC Builds SUPER SAR™ Search and Rescue Truck for Sheriff’s Office

The San Mateo (CA) SUPER SAR is built on a Ford F-550 four-door cab and 4×4 84-inch cab-to-axle (CA) chassis, providing increased compartment length compared to the standard 60-inch CA configuration.

The post QTAC Builds SUPER SAR™ Search and Rescue Truck for Sheriff’s Office 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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