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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 20, 2026

Two Firefighters Killed in OK Tanker Rollover

Investigators said the tanker was responding to a fire when it left the roadway onto the right shoulder. The driver then overcorrected to the left and the apparatus ran off the road, struck a tree, and rolled.

The post Two Firefighters Killed in OK Tanker Rollover appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Arson Suspected After Fire Destroys Tender in Fire Station

Investigators suspect arson in a fire at Santa Cruz County (CA) Fire Station 34 in Bonny Doon that destroyed a tender. No injuries were reported.

The post Arson Suspected After Fire Destroys Tender in Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Plainview (NY) Triple Play with Three Engines

The department’s three stations each house one of the new Sutphen Monarch custom pumpers.

The post Plainview (NY) Triple Play with Three Engines appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Suspect in Fire Apparatus Theft ID’d by DNA

Everett (WA) Police have referred charges to the Snohomish County Prosecutor's Office after a fire apparatus theft in July 2025, which caused multiple collisions and significant property damage.

The post Suspect in Fire Apparatus Theft ID’d by DNA 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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