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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: Dec 24, 2025

NY Fire Departments Preparing to Rely More on Tankers, Fewer Hydrants Amid Water Shortage

Fire departments in Onondaga and Madison counties, New York, are preparing for potential water shortages due to a major water main break affecting six towns. Officials encourage using portable tankers for firefighting.

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Posted: Dec 23, 2025

Lexington (KY) Officials Want a New Fleet of Drones to Assess Emergency Situations

The Lexington Department of Public Safety plans to test drones for emergency response to 911 calls, aiming for efficiency in life-threatening situations, with funding pending council approval.

The post Lexington (KY) Officials Want a New Fleet of Drones to Assess Emergency Situations appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 23, 2025

Millsboro (DE) Fire Company: Engine 83-6

The Millsboro Fire Company in Sussex County, Delaware, operates Engine 83-6, a 2021 E-ONE Typhoon pumper with advanced features and a capacity of 1,750 gallons per minute.

The post Millsboro (DE) Fire Company: Engine 83-6 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 23, 2025

Apparatus Showcase: December 2025

Delivery of the Month: Utica (NY) Fire Department SL 100 100-foot aerial by Sutphen.

The post Apparatus Showcase: December 2025 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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