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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: Oct 6, 2018

Homeowner Upset with Tulsa Fire Department After House Fire

Disabled and left in only his pajamas, he's not sure what to do next.  

"I've been here two years, faithfully," said Johnson. "I love this area, and I love my neighbors. I'm sad, and I'm pissed off."

He's angry with the Tulsa Fire Department. He says he called for help multiple times and waited too long for crews to arrive.

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Posted: Oct 6, 2018

Springfield (FL) Gets New Fire Apparatus

The Fire Chief also made sure they brought this truck home with a warm welcome.

"The other two trucks did a water curtain over it, and it came through the curtain, pulled it to the station, backed it in. We did what they call the blessing of the fleet, where the Pastor of Springfield Baptist Church said a prayer over it and then we pushed it in backwards," said Springfield Fire Chief Brian Eddins.

Chief Eddins says pushing the truck into the station is part of their tradition.

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Posted: Oct 5, 2018

Youngstown (OH) Fire Department Removes One Truck from Service

Mayor: Elimination of city firetruck results in demotions

YOUNGSTOWN - Youngstown Fire Department has permanently demoted three captains and six lieutenants as part of a financial restructuring of the department. The city removed one fire truck from service, on the advice of fire Chief Barry Finley, according to a Thursday evening release from Mayor Jamael Tito Brown.

Nine Fire Officers Demoted in Restructuring

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Posted: Oct 5, 2018

Robotronics Inc Launches New Website

Robotronics is inviting visitors to explore its new website, www.robotronics.com. The new website, focused on their educational teaching materials product lines, has been designed to provide a better, user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing visitors to access detailed product information and an option to shop for spare parts and accessories for new or currently owned products.

Created with the user experience firmly in mind, the website has been designed using the latest technology, so the site is compatible with today's browsers and mobile devices.  The responsive website will detect what device is connected to the website and provide an optimized, easy to navigate layout.

To further improve the user experience, the new website a downloadable section allowing customers to download owner manuals, catalogs, and grant funding guide information.  This allows customers to find the answers they are looking for quickly and effectively.  They have also added Youtube videos to help our customers see the products in action.

“We are excited to launch a new website that is tailored to our visitors”, said Tyson Jepsen, Marketing and Social Media Manager.  “We seek to not only integrate new technology into our products, but also our website, to offer a better solution to our customers”

About Robotronics Inc

Robotronics is a company born in the Springville, Utah, who specializes in engineering Educational Robots, Costumes, and printed material to teach kids how to be safe. Proudly Made in Utah since 1983.

For product information, visit www.robotronics.com

 

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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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