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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: Feb 23, 2026

Department Replaces SCBA with Help from FEMA Grant

Henryetta, Oklahoma, firefighters took possession of new Scott air cylinders recently, replacing outdated self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units that have been placed out of service.

The post Department Replaces SCBA with Help from FEMA Grant appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 23, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 23, 2026

The Montrose Township (MI) Fire Department spec'd a Sutphen Monarch 73-inch cab and chassis with 10.5-inch raised roof for its pumper-tanker. It has a 2,000-gpm pump and 2,500-gallon tank.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 23, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 22, 2026

PA Fire, Emergency Services to Receive $332K in Grant Funding

Emergency medical services and fire companies in Pennsylvania's 108th Legislative District will receive $332,847 in state grants for equipment, training, and facility improvements.

The post PA Fire, Emergency Services to Receive $332K in Grant Funding appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 22, 2026

Kokomo (IN) FD’s New Station 6 Expected to Open by December

Kokomo Fire Department's new Station 6 is under construction, funded by a $9 million project to replace the outdated facility, enhancing safety and capacity for firefighters and community service.

The post Kokomo (IN) FD’s New Station 6 Expected to Open by December 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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