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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: May 1, 2026

Ticonderoga (NY) Voters Approve New $13M Fire Station

Ticonderoga residents approved a $12.98 million fire station project by 45 votes. Construction will start in 2027, with a tax increase of $107 annually for homes assessed at $100,000.

The post Ticonderoga (NY) Voters Approve New $13M Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: May 1, 2026

MD OKs Funds for Two New Ambulances for Annapolis in State Budget

Annapolis state representatives announced nearly $35 million in state budget funding for city projects, including two new ambulances.

The post MD OKs Funds for Two New Ambulances for Annapolis in State Budget appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: May 1, 2026

Dallas (TX) Fire-Rescue Unveils All-Electric Firefighting Vehicle for Love Field Crews

Dallas Love Field's Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting crew unveiled the all-electric PANTHER 6x6 ARFF.

The post Dallas (TX) Fire-Rescue Unveils All-Electric Firefighting Vehicle for Love Field Crews appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: May 1, 2026

May 2026 Recent Apparatus Orders

Learn more about the types of rigs fire departments are ordering in this month's Recent Orders listings.

The post May 2026 Recent Apparatus Orders 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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