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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 19, 2026

Laredo (TX) FD Adds New Pumper and Ambulance

The Laredo (TX) Fire Department introduced Engine 16 and Ambulance 16 to enhance emergency response capabilities, reflecting a commitment to community safety and effective service.

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Posted: Mar 19, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 19, 2026

The Philadelphia (PA) Fire Department went to Ladder Tower for this 100-foot tractor-drawn aerial.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 19, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 18, 2026

GA Department Pushes In Eight New Engines

The Macon-Bibb County (GA) Fire Department has added eight new engines, funded by a voter-approved SPLOST.

The post GA Department Pushes In Eight New Engines appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 18, 2026

Chicago Firefighter Killed in Fall Through Floor in Apartment Fire

Chicago firefighter Michael Altman, 32, died from injuries sustained in a fire on West North Shore Avenue.

The post Chicago Firefighter Killed in Fall Through Floor in Apartment Fire 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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