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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 1, 2026

The Apparatus Workshop: Engine Specs from Nozzle to Pump

The group discussed engine company apparatus configurations, including nozzle tips, hose sizing, pump considerations, and the balance between volume and maneuverability on the fireground.

The post The Apparatus Workshop: Engine Specs from Nozzle to Pump appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2026

Special Delivery: US Fire Apparatus Builds Industrial Super Pumper for ExxonMobil Baton Rouge (LA) Complex

US Fire Apparatus has delivered a rear-mount super pumper that features a large body pump with a first-of-its-kind climate-controlled, in-cab pump panel and four viewing screens.

The post Special Delivery: US Fire Apparatus Builds Industrial Super Pumper for ExxonMobil Baton Rouge (LA) Complex appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2026

Less Leg More Heart Fire Truck Pull and Festival Brings Scores to Arms Park, Supports Amputees

The Less Leg More Heart Fire Truck Pull and Festival in Manchester supports individuals facing amputation, raising funds for prosthetics and recovery programs.

The post Less Leg More Heart Fire Truck Pull and Festival Brings Scores to Arms Park, Supports Amputees appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 1, 2026

Rig Review: Tower 13, Claymont (DE) Fire Company

Tower 13 is a 2021 Pierce Arrow XT Ascendant 100-foot midmount platform. It is powered by a Cummins X15 605-hp engine and an Allison EVS 4500 transmission.

The post Rig Review: Tower 13, Claymont (DE) Fire Company 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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