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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: Sep 27, 2018

Lee County Fire & Ems To Get New Ambulances

The Board of Commissioners voted to go ahead and purchase one new ambulance out of SPLOST VI tax funds.

Chief David Forrester said some of the county’s ambulances date back to 2003 and the new equipment is a necessity.

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Posted: Sep 27, 2018

Leesburg Oks Purchase Of Life-Saving Extrication Equipment For New Fire Engine | Villages-News.Com

The equipment will be used on the new $458,760 fire pumper apparatus that was approved in August and already has been ordered.

Commissioners agreed to let Fire Chief David Johnson spend up to $34,690 for the lifesaving equipment that typically is used in situations like vehicle crashes where occupants are trapped. The new equipment, which is made by Holmatro, will be bought through Purchase Point Equipment Supply LLC.

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Posted: Sep 27, 2018

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-KME Pumper

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Posted: Sep 26, 2018

Smokestown Fire Co. (PA) Celebrates New Fire Apparatus

President Barry Rehlich has been involved with the fire company for 34 years and he has witnessed the evolution of trucks and equipment the station has used. Rehlich understands the importance of having dependable equipment, even if it comes with a hefty price tag.  

“We applied for grants, utilized township money and used our truck fund,” said Rehlich, in regards to the fundraising process. “Our chicken barbecues keep the building running and go towards equipment.”

Obtaining the new pumper from Pierce Manufacturing was a three to four year process, from the time it was first discussed in a township meeting to the time the truck went into service on Aug. 27 of this year.

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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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