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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 4, 2026

Local Fire Departments to Receive $1.5 Million through the 2026 Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program

In 2026, 150 volunteer fire departments will receive $10,000 grants from the Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program to enhance responder safety, funded by State Farm and administered by NVFC.

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Posted: May 4, 2026

Greece Launches World’s First National Wildfire Satellite System with OroraTech

OroraTech launched the Hellenic Fire System, a satellite network for wildfire detection in Greece.

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Posted: May 3, 2026

CO Touts Enhanced Firefighting Assets as Drought Drives Higher Fire Danger

State officials warn of elevated wildfire risks in Colorado this summer due to severe drought. A new Wildfire Preparedness Plan emphasizes resource investment and public vigilance to prevent ignitions.

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Posted: May 3, 2026

Cheyenne (WY) Council Approves Early Purchase of Fire Apparatus Using Reserves

The Cheyenne City Council approved a modification allowing Cheyenne Fire Rescue to purchase a fire truck early, saving $44,000 and enhancing public safety ahead of a tax ballot vote.

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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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