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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 8, 2026

Two Departments Add Alerting Technology to Fleets

The system alerts drivers through apps like Waze that emergency vehicles are approaching.

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Posted: Apr 8, 2026

New Fire Station Planned in DeSoto (IA)

A new fire station in DeSoto is being built to improve station safety and accommodate city growth.

The post New Fire Station Planned in DeSoto (IA) appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 8, 2026

Dolton (IL) Firefighters Warn of Unsafe Equipment, Limited Working Apparatus

Firefighters in Dolton are protesting maintenance problems and gear shortages.

The post Dolton (IL) Firefighters Warn of Unsafe Equipment, Limited Working Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Apr 8, 2026

Plymovent Announces Upcoming Launch of Firefighter-Focused Website

Plymovent will launch a new website, fire.plymovent.com, to provide firefighters with resources, support, and solutions for improving air quality in fire stations, enhancing their health and safety.

The post Plymovent Announces Upcoming Launch of Firefighter-Focused Website 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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