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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 21, 2026

Actor’s Foundation Buys Gear for West Hazleton (PA) Fire Co.

West Hazleton Fire Department showcased new rescue equipment funded by a $40,000 grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation, highlighting ongoing needs for additional funding for a new fire engine.

The post Actor’s Foundation Buys Gear for West Hazleton (PA) Fire Co. appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 21, 2026

Decatur (IL) OKs $2.1M Apparatus

The Decatur City Council unanimously approved a $2.16 million order for a new aerial ladder truck to replace an aging model, ensuring reliable fire service and emergency response capabilities.

The post Decatur (IL) OKs $2.1M Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 21, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 21, 2026 (Video)

The Plano (TX) Fire Department turned to Pierce for this 1,500/575 pumper built on a Velocity cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 21, 2026 (Video) appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 20, 2026

Ladder Truck Lifts Boy to See His Firefighter Father Through Hospital Window

The Wichita (KS) Fire Department arranged for the son of one of the firefighters injured in a wildfire to visit his father through the window of the hospital via the bucket on a ladder truck.

The post Ladder Truck Lifts Boy to See His Firefighter Father Through Hospital Window 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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