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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: Apr 22, 2026

Milwaukee (WI) Fire Engine Destroyed in Head-On Crash

A head-on collision in Milwaukee involving Engine 17 and a car resulted in both vehicles being destroyed.

The post Milwaukee (WI) Fire Engine Destroyed in Head-On Crash appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Lake Oswego (OR) Plans Earthquake-Proof Firehouse

Lake Oswego voters will decide on a property tax increase to fund a $20.6 million rebuild of the South Shore Fire Station, which does not meet seismic standards.

The post Lake Oswego (OR) Plans Earthquake-Proof Firehouse appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

New Beaver (PA) Fire Hall Reopens After Renovation Project

The New Beaver Fire Hall has reopened after a $200,000 renovation.

The post New Beaver (PA) Fire Hall Reopens After Renovation Project appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Miami (FL) Fire, Police Chiefs Say $450m Bond Could Fix Leaky Roofs, Mold in Stations

Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins seeks City Commission approval for a $450 million bond to repair aging public safety buildings.

The post Miami (FL) Fire, Police Chiefs Say $450m Bond Could Fix Leaky Roofs, Mold in Stations 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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