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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: Aug 9, 2026

New London (CT) Fire Truck Crashes into Fence, Tree While Responding to Emergency, Officials Say

No one was injured when a New London fire truck struck a fence and a tree Friday while responding to an emergency call, and the cause is under investigation.

The post New London (CT) Fire Truck Crashes into Fence, Tree While Responding to Emergency, Officials Say appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 9, 2026

Multi-Vehicle Accident with Cahokia Heights (IL) Fire Apparatus Yields Multiple Injuries

A three-vehicle crash involving a Cahokia Heights fire truck on Illinois Route 3 injured one firefighter and sent all parties to hospitals. Illinois State Police are investigating.

The post Multi-Vehicle Accident with Cahokia Heights (IL) Fire Apparatus Yields Multiple Injuries appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 8, 2026

Pedestrian Struck by Fire Apparatus Responding Non-Emergency to Medical Call in MI

A 25-year-old pedestrian was struck in a crosswalk by a Georgetown Township fire truck responding non-emergency to a medical call in Ottawa County, MI, and was taken to hospital.

The post Pedestrian Struck by Fire Apparatus Responding Non-Emergency to Medical Call in MI appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 8, 2026

Clarksville (IN) Fire Department Continues Work on Fire Apparatus Search

Clarksville Fire Department is seeking funds for another fire apparatus as repairs, aging equipment and long delivery times have strained its fleet. It may seek up to $180,000 in TIF money.

The post Clarksville (IN) Fire Department Continues Work on Fire Apparatus Search 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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