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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: Sep 1, 2026

SoundOff Signal Adds New White Lighting Products to Its Fire Line

SoundOff Signal expands its fire-specific product portfolio with a growing focus on white lighting solutions.

The post SoundOff Signal Adds New White Lighting Products to Its Fire Line appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 1, 2026

Keeping It in the Family for 136 Years

Since 1890, five generations of Sutphen family leadership have provided firefighters across the United States and around the world with lifesaving fire apparatus, tools, and more.

The post Keeping It in the Family for 136 Years appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 1, 2026

Ambulance Remounting Explained: What Departments Should Know

Keeping a reliable ambulance fleet on the road requires more than deciding when to purchase the next new unit.

The post Ambulance Remounting Explained: What Departments Should Know appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 31, 2026

A Fire Engine in Two Continents

On March 25, 2024, Challenger departed the 3rd Fire Company in Valparaiso and arrived in St. Louis, Missouri, on July 1, 2024, to begin a restoration.

The post A Fire Engine in Two Continents 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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