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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: Apr 27, 2017

Firefighters Back at repaired Myrtle Grove (FL) Fire Station

Firefighters returned to the Myrtle Grove Fire Station on Tuesday for the first time since the station was closed in June due to mold caused by a roof leak. Repairs to the 40-year-old building at 7209 Lillian Highway totaled $75,838 and included mold remediation, a new roof, new east and west walls, drywall and a new gutter system to ensure against future leaks.

During the time the station was closed, volunteer firefighters picked up their equipment when dispatched from the Lillian location and the full-time staff were housed and dispatched from the Osceola Fire Station
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Posted: Apr 27, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Rosenbauer Pumper

Today's Photo of the Day is he new Avenger cab and chassis from Rosenbauer.

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Posted: Apr 26, 2017

New Lebanon (TN) Fire Station Reflects Growth

City officials in Lebanon broke ground on a new fire station that was seven years in the making. Fire Station 4 has been planned for Highway 109 and Division Street in the west side of the city. The project would cost the city about $3.5 million to construct and purchase new equipment.
Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash said that area of the city has been experiencing exponential growth with a nearby subdivision and construction of an 800 unit complex just south of the interstate.

"Nashville is growing by leaps and bounds, and a lot of that growth is spilling into Mt. Juliet and Lebanon and heading this way," Mayor Ash said.

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Posted: Apr 26, 2017

Marshall County (WV) Commissioners Approve Fire Apparatus Funding

Three local fire departments will receive $25,000 each from the Marshall County Commission toward the purchase of new trucks.
Commissioners unanimously approved a total of $75,000 in contributions for the Limestone, Washington Lands and Boggs Run volunteer fire departments during their regular meeting Tuesday.

According to county Administrator Betsy Frohnapfel, the commission puts aside $25,000 each year for any department purchasing a new truck.

On average, the trucks in question range from $250,000 to $400,000 in price.

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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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