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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 21, 2026

Jackson (MI) Plans Public Demonstration of Drones, Rescue Tools

Jackson Fire Department will host a free public open house Oct. 3 at Fire Station #1 in Jackson.

The post Jackson (MI) Plans Public Demonstration of Drones, Rescue Tools appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 21, 2026

Award-Winning Demers FXP 174 Type I Ambulance Puts First Responder Input on Display

Demers Ambulances will showcase its 2025 EMS World Innovation Award winning FXP 174 Type I at EMS World Expo 2026 in Orlando, featuring responder focused design and safety upgrades.

The post Award-Winning Demers FXP 174 Type I Ambulance Puts First Responder Input on Display appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 20, 2026

‘Much More Than a Building’: Buffalo Grove (IL) Showcases New State-of-the-Art Fire Station

Buffalo Grove opened its new Fire Station 25, a $10.1 million facility replacing a 50-year-old station and adding firefighter health, safety and response upgrades.

The post ‘Much More Than a Building’: Buffalo Grove (IL) Showcases New State-of-the-Art Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 20, 2026

Salem (MA) Fire Station 2 Reopens Following Extensive Remodeling

Salem Fire Station 2 reopened after a $750,000 renovation that rebuilt the facade, upgraded systems and added heat pumps to improve safety and efficiency.

The post Salem (MA) Fire Station 2 Reopens Following Extensive Remodeling 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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