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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 22, 2026

Fire Command Vehicle Struck Responding to Traffic Accident

A Concord (NC) firefighter was hospitalized after a vehicle struck the fire command vehicle while responding to a traffic accident.

The post Fire Command Vehicle Struck Responding to Traffic Accident appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 22, 2026

Fire-Dex Elevates Maged Baskhron to VP of Operations

Fire-Dex appointed Maged Baskhron as VP of Operations to enhance strategic goals and uphold its mission of protecting first responders while promoting a people-first culture.

The post Fire-Dex Elevates Maged Baskhron to VP of Operations appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 22, 2026

Fire Photographers Get the Hot Shots

Over the past couple of years, some of the most prolific cover photo contributors to Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment have delivered exceptional shots of fire scene activity.

The post Fire Photographers Get the Hot Shots appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 22, 2026

Two Airports Upgrade ARFF Rigs

The Kansas City (MO) Fire Department has upgraded its aircraft rescue and firefighting fleet (ARFF) with three new Oshkosh Striker 6×6 trucks.

The post Two Airports Upgrade ARFF Rigs 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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