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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 2, 2026

Apply by March 6 for Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters

The application period is now open for the 2026 Anheuser-Busch Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters Program, which provides critical hydration support to volunteer fire departments preparing for wildfire response and extended emergency operations.

The post Apply by March 6 for Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 2, 2026

Water/Ice Rescue Trucks Add Flexibility to Fleet

The Winnipeg (Canada) Fire Department has acquired two specialized rescue trucks for water and ice rescues, designed to meet the needs of the city's flat terrain and major rivers.

The post Water/Ice Rescue Trucks Add Flexibility to Fleet appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 2, 2026

Fire Station Relocated Following Snowstorm, Structural Evaluation

After the recent historic snowfall, fire department personnel observed increased water damage to the apparatus bay floor at Westwood (MA) Fire Station 1. A structural engineer advised that bays two and three were no longer suitable to house apparatus.

The post Fire Station Relocated Following Snowstorm, Structural Evaluation appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 2, 2026

Scranton (PA) to Install, Upgrade Warning Lights at Six Fire Stations

Scranton, Pennsylvania, is applying for a $269,400 state grant to upgrade traffic warning lights at six fire stations to enhance safety for firefighters and pedestrians during emergency responses.

The post Scranton (PA) to Install, Upgrade Warning Lights at Six Fire Stations 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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