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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: Jun 5, 2018

Pike County Training Center (PA) Gets Fire Apparatus for Training

The engine can carry 1,000 gallons of water. The Delaware Township Fire Company had two engines. The one they gave to the center had been for sale for awhile, but there were no “serious bids,” said Wisniewski. Consequently, the department was “more than kind to us,” Wisniewski stated.  

The pumper has been refurbished. Fire engines can be quite old, as one at the center was from 1983 and was later refurbished in 1991. There are other fire apparatuses 40 years old, that he said some stations actually have in service or use for parades.

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Posted: Jun 5, 2018

East Haven (CT) Puts New Fire Apparatus on Road

The new fire truck, Squad 1, is manufactured by Spartan/Smeal and replaces the old 2005 Marion Quint engine. The department awarded the bid in early January for a total cost of $625,000, an amount planned for in the fiscal year 2017-’18 capital improvement plan.  

Fire Chief Matt Marcarelli said because his department is considered an all-hazard fire company, this engine helps firefighters respond to not only fires, but EMS calls, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous spills, and any other incident the department might be called out for.

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Posted: Jun 5, 2018

Alexandria (MN) Fire Apparatus Involved in Accident

Both firefighters, Waldorf and 43 year old Nathan Borden were taken to Alomere Health for observation. Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow says the men suffered no serious injuries, but recorded some bumps, bruises and cuts. Both were wearing seat belts and the airbags deployed. The grass rig was totaled. Karrow says Hills was also taken to the hospital in a private vehicle for observation. 
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Posted: Jun 5, 2018

Kussmaul Leadership Change

Effective on May 29, 2018, Dale Tompkins assumed the the role of president at Kussmaul Electronics. After a very successful time as president of Kussmaul, it’s Thomas Nugent’s desire to focus on engineering, new products, and business development. Since Nugent was instrumental in growing Kussmaul, he actively participated in the search process and will be supporting the ramp up of Tompkins.

Tompkins comes to Kussmaul with a track record of success. He is experienced in the emergency, warning, and vocational vehicle space, having served as president and CEO of Code 3, a provider of lighting and warning products for emergency responders, utility service fleets, and industrial settings. Prior to Code 3, Dale was part of marine leader Brunswick Corporation, where he served in senior corporate and business leadership roles. Tompkins is a native of Wisconsin and has a B.S. in Finance from the University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, and an MBA from the University of Minnesota.

In his role, Tompkins will be responsible for driving the profitable growth of Kussmaul Electronics including its expansion into new vertical markets such as the vocational truck market. To that end, his dual title includes Market Segment President for Specialty Vehicle Power. Tompkins will have direct responsibility for all functions within Kussmaul’s West Sayville, New York, facility.

For more information, visit www.kussmaul.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

TBD
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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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