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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 6, 2022

Rosenbauer and Sentinel Emergency Solutions Announce Expanded Territory in Western MO

Rosenbauer America and Sentinel Emergency Solutions are pleased to announce a territory expansion for Sentinel Emergency Solutions into Western Missouri starting on Thursday, September 1, 2022.

“We are very excited to expand our Rosenbauer coverage to the Western side of Missouri.  We currently have loose equipment sales representatives covering that territory and expanding their product line with Rosenbauer is a natural fit,” said Brian Franz, Owner/President of Sentinel Emergency Solutions. “Our service center in St. Louis will coordinate our mobile technicians as we build out service in the west.”

Sentinel Emergency Solutions is an authorized Rosenbauer sales and service dealership for parts of Missouri, Illinois and Indiana. 

“Rosenbauer is extremely proud to expand its longstanding partnership with Sentinel Emergency Solutions into western Missouri”, said Mark Fusco, President of Rosenbauer. “Sentinel continues to significantly invest in talented employees, service facilities, parts inventory and mobile service to provide fire departments the highest levels of customer support.”

About Sentinel Emergency Solutions

Sentinel Emergency Solutions is a family-owned and operated company that was founded 1988. With over 60 employees and 19 mobile service technicians, we provide inhouse service along with mobile service throughout our entire Rosenbauer territory. In addition to Rosenbauer apparatus sales and service, we have several loose equipment sales reps that sell products from leading fire equipment vendors. 

For more information about Sentinel Emergency Solutions, visit www.sentineles.com, Facebook and YouTube.

About Rosenbauer America

Rosenbauer is the world’s leading manufacturer of custom fire apparatus and equipment. Rosenbauer offers the industry’s most comprehensive line of advanced custom and commercial pumpers, heavy rescues, tenders, mini and rescue pumpers, aerial ladders and platforms featuring SMART Aerial™ Technology, and the RTX fully electric fire truck.

For more information, contact your local Rosenbauer dealer or visit www.RosenbauerAmerica.com, Facebook, and Twitter.

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Posted: Sep 5, 2022

Kayenta Township (AZ) Holds ‘Push-In’ Ceremony for New Fire Trucks

The Kayenta Township (AZ) held a dedication and “push-in” ceremony on August 24 for two new fire trucks, NavajoTimes.com reported.

The fire department operates and relies on tax revenue and answers calls as far away as Teec Nos Pos, Shonto, Cow Springs, Chilchinbeto, Navajo Mountain and Red Mesa, the report said.

The Navajo Nation has not been supportive while the township’s fire department continues to struggle due to the rising cost of fuel, maintenance and repairs, the report said. Other issues include a lack of sleeping quarters and training facilities.

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Posted: Sep 5, 2022

Fire Truck Crashes into Light Rail Vehicle in Sydney, Australia

Sydney, Australia was thrown into chaos Sunday when a light rail vehicle derailed after colliding with a fire truck on its way to another emergency, 7News.com reported.

Two people, including a firefighter, had to be taken to hospital, the report said. Others were treated at the scene. A large area around Central station is still blocked off, causing more pain for peak hour commuters, the report said. Latest Details: https://7news.link/3AQHku7

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Posted: Sep 4, 2022

Fort Worth (TX) Fire Truck Rolls Over While Headed to House Fire

A Fort Worth, TX fire truck was involved in a rollover accident on NW 28th Street early Saturday morning that injured four firefighters, NBCDFW.com reported Saturday.

Just before 3:30 a.m., Engine 12 was responding to a house fire when it was involved in the accident on the north side of Fort Worth, according to a report by the Fort Worth Fire Department.

All four firefighters were transported to the hospital where they were treated for minor injuries and released, the fire department said.

No other vehicles were involved.

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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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