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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: Feb 25, 2026

Watch | A Drone’s View of a New Fire Station Almost Complete

Charlotte (NC) Firehouse 11, originally opened in 1958, is set to reopen soon after demolition and reconstruction, with a new facility designed to serve the community for future generations.

The post Watch | A Drone’s View of a New Fire Station Almost Complete appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 25, 2026

Vassar (MI) FD Takes Delivery of New Heavy Rescue

Due to the volume of motor vehicle accidents the department responds to each year, Vassar has always invested in a heavier rescue platform.

The post Vassar (MI) FD Takes Delivery of New Heavy Rescue appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 25, 2026

Big Funding Boost for New VT Fire Station

Rockingham (VT) Fire Rescue received nearly $600,000 in federal funds to help build a new fire station in Saxtons River.

The post Big Funding Boost for New VT Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 25, 2026

North Arlington (TX) Fire Station No. 8 Holds Grand Opening

The $13.9 million facility replaced the former Fire Station No. 8, a smaller station built in 1978. 

The post North Arlington (TX) Fire Station No. 8 Holds Grand Opening 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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