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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 9, 2026

Wrongful-Death Suit Filed After 2025 Fire Apparatus Crash Killed SC Woman

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against the City of Columbia, Richland County, and a firefighter for negligence after a fire truck struck and killed a woman in July 2025.

The post Wrongful-Death Suit Filed After 2025 Fire Apparatus Crash Killed SC Woman appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 9, 2026

Fairport Harbor (OH) Eyes New Fire Station/Village Office at Former Industrial Site

The Lake County Land Bank acquired a vacant industrial site in Fairport Harbor for potential redevelopment into a municipal center and public safety complex.

The post Fairport Harbor (OH) Eyes New Fire Station/Village Office at Former Industrial Site appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 9, 2026

New $24M Grand Blanc (MI) Fire Station/Public Works Building to Be Unveiled

Grand Blanc Township will host an open house for its new $24 million fire station and public works building.

The post New $24M Grand Blanc (MI) Fire Station/Public Works Building to Be Unveiled appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 9, 2026

A Beloved Lakewood (OH) Fire Station Is Being Reborn as a Place of Hope

A historic former fire station in Lakewood, built in 1927, will be transformed into a facility for pediatric burn survivors and their families.

The post A Beloved Lakewood (OH) Fire Station Is Being Reborn as a Place of Hope 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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