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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: Jan 16, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 16, 2026

The Cazenovia (NY) Fire Department had Sutphen build this SP 95 platform quint on a Monarch 73-inch flat roof cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 16, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 15, 2026

Outfitting Rigs for Industrial Firefighting Responses

Municipal fire departments face challenges in equipping engines for industrial firefighting, including pump size, foam equipment, and tank capacities, impacting vehicle design and response capabilities.

The post Outfitting Rigs for Industrial Firefighting Responses appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 15, 2026

After 100-Plus Years, ME Town Has a New Town Office and Fire Station

Washburn, ME, has opened a new 14,000-square-foot municipal hub, replacing an outdated fire station. The $4.3 million facility improves operations and accommodates larger equipment.

The post After 100-Plus Years, ME Town Has a New Town Office and Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 15, 2026

Push-In Ceremony Held for 26-Year-Old Pumper

The Ceredo (WV) Volunteer Fire Department has placed a 2000 Pierce pumper, Engine 6-2, into service, replacing a 1991 model.

The post Push-In Ceremony Held for 26-Year-Old Pumper 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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