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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: Mar 9, 2026

San Francisco (CA) Seeks Private Donations to Replace Aging Apparatus

In June 2025, Mayor Daniel Lurie signed legislation allowing the mayor and fire chief to solicit private donations for the purchase of engines, ladder trucks, and ambulances.

The post San Francisco (CA) Seeks Private Donations to Replace Aging Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 9, 2026

Council Struggles with Vote But Approves Rezoning for VFD

The Decatur (AL) City Council faced challenges over a proposed rezoning for the Flint Volunteer Fire Department to build a new station, raising concerns about transparency and neighborhood impact.

The post Council Struggles with Vote But Approves Rezoning for VFD appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 9, 2026

FL Fire Departments Awarded $1.6M in State Grants

The state of Florida recently awarded fire departments with $1.6 million for essential equipment to protect firefighters from dangerous chemicals and to enhance their emergency response capabilities.

The post FL Fire Departments Awarded $1.6M in State Grants appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Mar 9, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 9, 2026

The Woodbine (IA) Fire Department turned to Weis for this quick-attack brush truck built on a Ford F-450 Super duty cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: March 9, 2026 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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