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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

Federal Judge Rules Company Not Responsible for Damaged Fire Equipment

The City of Rogers, Arkansas, filed a lawsuit against Marck Industries saying it violated various statewide statutes, codes, and rules.

The post Federal Judge Rules Company Not Responsible for Damaged Fire Equipment appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Contra Costa Fire Now Has Three Traffic Safety Units in Service

The Contra Costa (CA) Fire Protection District has deployed three traffic safety units (TSU) to enhance first responder safety on freeways by managing traffic and improving visibility.

The post Contra Costa Fire Now Has Three Traffic Safety Units in Service appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Stolen Ambulance Leads 50-Mile Chase to Baffling Destination, NC Sheriff Says

Police say a North Carolina man took an ambulance from Randolph Health in Asheboro, leading to a 50-mile police chase that ended at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital, where he was arrested.

The post Stolen Ambulance Leads 50-Mile Chase to Baffling Destination, NC Sheriff Says appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 20, 2026

The Countryside Fire Protection District, Vernon Hills, IL, turned to Pierce for this Ascendant 100-foot heavy duty aerial platform quint.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 20, 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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