Menu

Welcome

The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

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: Apr 3, 2017

Minivan Driver Killed After Ramming Into Fire Truck

A driver of a minivan died late Friday night when he rammed into the back of a fire truck on eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch, California Highway Patrol officers said. The 47-year-old Antioch man crashed into the truck at 11:55 p.m. on Highway 4 just west of Somerville Road.

This is the second time in recent months that a Contra Costa County fire truck protecting another fire crew has been hit by a speeding car.



Read more
Posted: Apr 3, 2017

Nashville (TN) Fire Truck Involved in Wreck

Metro Police said a driver received minor injuries after a wreck involving a Nashville fire truck on Friday. It happened about 2:30 p.m. along Dickerson Pike South in Goodlettsville. Police said a male driver revived minor injuries. Three fire crew members were not injured. It's unclear at this time what caused the crash.

Police said a male driver revived minor injuries. Three fire crew members were not injured.



Read more
Posted: Apr 3, 2017

Unimog Fire Engine That Served in the French Alps Is Available in the U.S.

If you collect unique vehicles or just like to look, this is an interesting find. File this under interesting one-off vehicles you could own. A 1987 Mercedes-Benz Unimog Doka U1300L with under 28,000 miles didn't sell in an online auction, according to the listing on Bring A Trailer.

The odometer reads 44,915 kilometers or about 27,908 miles. A 5.6-liter diesel six-cylinder motor has had recent service by the seller. The truck bed is 102 inches long and 91 inches wide.

Read more
Posted: Apr 3, 2017

Ansonia Fire Department Bids Farewell to Old Engine 6

ANSONIA >> The fire department's trusty, old Engine 6 has rushed to the aid of some of the Valley's most devastating fires over the last two decades, including the massive 2001 blaze that burned the former Latex Foam factory to th

The 25-year-old Engine 6, which had seen its share of wear and tear, was retired in May 2016, but the fire truck has found a new life in Delaware.

According to Mayor David Cassetti, Engine 6 was recently sold to Clayton Fire Company 1, based in Delaware. Engine 6 fetched $22,000, which fire officials and Cassetti said is a significant resale price. The money will go into the city’s general fund.

Read more
RSS
First34863487348834893491349334943495Last

Theme picker

Upcoming Events

Theme picker

Sponsors

Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
Read more

Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
Read more

Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
Read more

Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
Read more

Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
Read more

Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
Read more

Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

Read more

Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
Read more

Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
Read more

Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

TBD
TBD
Read more

Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

Read more
RSS

Theme picker

2020 CAR SHOW