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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: Aug 1, 2026

FAMA Forum: Public Safety Drone Programs

The FAMA Buyer’s Guide on Public Safety Drone Programs provides a practical introduction to how agencies can successfully incorporate drones into their operations.

The post FAMA Forum: Public Safety Drone Programs appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 1, 2026

Apparatus Showcase, August 2026

Take a look at this months collection or recent deliveries ranging from pumpers to tankers and wildland rigs.

The post Apparatus Showcase, August 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 1, 2026

New Orleans (LA) Fire Department Relocates Headquarters to City Park Avenue After Over 100 Years

After more than 100 years in the French Quarter, the New Orleans Fire Department will move its headquarters from Decatur St. to a renovated City Park Ave. building Aug. 10.

The post New Orleans (LA) Fire Department Relocates Headquarters to City Park Avenue After Over 100 Years appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 1, 2026

More Space, Easier Victim Access Called for on Rescue Boats

Boat manufacturers are enhancing rescue boat designs to meet the needs of fire and rescue departments.

The post More Space, Easier Victim Access Called for on Rescue Boats 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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