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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: Jun 8, 2017

FDIC International 2017 Exhibitor Showcase: Akron Brass

Andrea Russell of Akron Brass

Kim Morrow, Andrea Russell, and other members of the Akron Brass product management team discuss some of the products they had on display at FDIC International 2017.

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Posted: Jun 8, 2017

FDIC International 2017 Exhibitor Showcase: RescueAir

Mike Gagliano and company on FARS

At FDIC International 2017, Seattle (WA) Fire Captain Mike Gagliano discusses the use of firefighter air replenishment systems (FARS) at large structure fires.

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Posted: Jun 8, 2017

FDIC International 2017 Exhibitor Showcase: Pierce

Pierce Ascendant

Take a look at Pierce's Ascendant display at this year's FDIC International.

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Posted: Jun 8, 2017

Paul Conway Fire Welcomes Steve Florian

Steve Florian

Paul Conway Fire is excited to expand their presence in Southeast Michigan with the addition of Steve Florian to their team.

Steve has 23 years of experience in the fire service, having been in Taylor and Highland Park, Michigan, Gary, Indiana and the Merrillville (IN) Volunteer Fire Department. For the past 15 years, he has been serving on the Detroit Fire Department, Squad Company 3.

Steve is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University Executive Level Officer Training, Staff & Command Class 15. He also earned his Associate of Applied Science degree in Public Safety Technology/Fire Science from Ivy Tech State college of Indiana and a Bachelor’s of Applied Science in Public Safety Studies from Siena Heights University of Michigan. He is also trained as a licensed Emergency Medical Technician & Fire Officer I, II & III, Rope Rescue technician, trench rescue technician, Hazardous Materials, 29.CFR1910.146 Industrial Technical Rescue, OSHA 500, 510, & 521, Instructor for Construction, PADI Law Enforcement Underwater Rescue Specialist 2 and Search & Recovery Diver.

If you have attended FDIC International, you may have seen Steve at some of your trainings, as he has been a hands-on instructor for Fire Engineering magazine since 2007. He has taught courses such as Forcible Entry, Engine Company Hose Loads and Deployments, Building An Attack Ready Engine Company, Urban Essentials, and Truck Company Emergencies. 

“Steve’s knowledge of emergency services, industrial safety, and the fire service industry enables him to provide the highest level of customer service and product education to his customers.,” said Sales Director Lee Kasten. “He has additional experience as a Michigan Firefighter Training Counsel Certified Instructor 1, and he’s also been a site safety supervisor, instructor, and stand-by rescue technician providing industrial emergency response services for confined space and rope rescue.”

For those in Steve’s area, he can be contacted directly at (586) 899-9773 or SFlorian@paulconwayshields.com.

To learn more about Paul Conway Fire, visit Fire.paulconwayshields.com.

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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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