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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: Jan 10, 2026

CA Town to Form Advisory Panel on Firehouse Renovation

The Ross Town Council plans to form a committee to explore reopening its firehouse, amid financial concerns and differing proposals on costs and staffing for emergency services.

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Posted: Jan 10, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 10, 2026

The Dallas (TX) Fire Department turned to Pierce for this 1,500/500 pumper built on an Enforcer cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 10, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 9, 2026

Two Medics, Civilian Hurt in D.C. Ambulance Crash

Two D.C. Fire and EMS first responders and a civilian were hospitalized after an ambulance crashed with a Honda in Northeast Washington.

The post Two Medics, Civilian Hurt in D.C. Ambulance Crash appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 9, 2026

Palo Alto (CA) Breaks Ground on $18.2M Fire Station 4 Replacement Project

Palo Alto, CA, broke ground on the $18.2 million Fire Station 4 Replacement Project, enhancing public safety and infrastructure, funded by a hotel tax increase and state earmark.

The post Palo Alto (CA) Breaks Ground on $18.2M Fire Station 4 Replacement Project 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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