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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, 2022

Fort Wayne (IN) Moves Forward With New Fire Station Plan Despite Increased Costs

Fort Wayne (IN) officials got authorization to purchase land for a new $5 million fire station despite a higher price take than anticipated, according to a report published by WANE 15 News.

According to the report, two estimates indicate there will need to be more funds for the station which is currently over budget.

Despite the cost increases, the city council decided the new station was needed and gave a unanimous approval to move forward with the project and green lite the purchase of the land, according to the report. There is no time frame for the completion of the new station, the report added.

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Posted: Aug 1, 2022

Fire Apparatus of the Day: August 1, 2022

Firovac—Portage Fire District, Oak Harbor, OH, pumper-tanker. Spartan Metro Star cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Waterous CXSK 1,500-gpm pump; 3,000-gallon polished aluminum water tank. Dealer: Cuyler Kepling, Black Swamp Public Outfitters, Delta, OH.

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Posted: Jul 30, 2022

Lebanon (OR) Prepares for Construction of New Fire Station

Plans for a new fire station for the Lebanon (OR) Fire Department were unveiled at a barbecue for staff and the public earlier this week, according to a report published by The New Era Lebanon Local.

Voters approved the $16 million 26-year bond to replace the 1975 station in 2019, but the COVID pandemic put the brakes on the project has prices for goods and services spiked, according to the report.

That caused city and fire department representative to reevaluate the project and look for ways to save money, according to the report, which said the second floor was removed in favor of a single-story structure which would save money.

Construction on the new station is expected to start in September and be completed in late 2023 or early 2024, according to the report.

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Posted: Jul 30, 2022

Ardmore (OK) Fire Department Puts $540K Engine in Service

The Ardmore (OK) Fire/Rescue Department has taken delivery of a new $540,000 fire truck that has been two years in the making, according to a report published by KTEN 10 ABC.

According to the report, the truck has a 1,000-gallon water tank and will help the department increase its firefighting capabilities.

The apparatus fully funded by the local sales tax, according to the report.

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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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