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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: Jun 8, 2026

Video Shows Deputy Moved Waymo From Path of Fire Trucks After TX Blast

Body camera footage shows a Dallas deputy constable moving a Waymo autonomous vehicle blocking traffic during a response to a deadly explosion.

The post Video Shows Deputy Moved Waymo From Path of Fire Trucks After TX Blast appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 8, 2026

For WV Department Maneuverability Trumps Price in Choosing New Apparatus

Beckley City Council approved a bid for a new fire truck from Atlantic Emergency Solutions.

The post For WV Department Maneuverability Trumps Price in Choosing New Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2026

$12.6 Million Fire Station Project to Kick Off This Month in Mentor (OH)

Mentor, OH, approved a $12.6 million contract for Fire Station No. 3 construction, set to start this month, with oversight services costing up to $157,000 for project compliance and monitoring.

The post $12.6 Million Fire Station Project to Kick Off This Month in Mentor (OH) appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2026

FDNY Fire Apparatus Racing to Emergency Fatally Strikes Woman Crossing Bronx (NY) Street

An FDNY firetruck responding to an emergency struck and killed a woman in the Bronx. The crash occurred at a corner without a crosswalk, and police are investigating. No charges filed yet.

The post FDNY Fire Apparatus Racing to Emergency Fatally Strikes Woman Crossing Bronx (NY) Street 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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