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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: Feb 25, 2026

North Arlington (TX) Fire Station No. 8 Holds Grand Opening

The $13.9 million facility replaced the former Fire Station No. 8, a smaller station built in 1978. 

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Posted: Feb 25, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Feb. 25, 2026

The Inverness (IL) Fire Protection District spec'd an HME 1871-W cab and chassis by HME Ahrens-Fox for its pumper. It has a 1,500-gpm pump and 1,000-gallon tank.

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Posted: Feb 25, 2026

OroraTech Signs Landmark Deal to Protect the Rio Negro Province of Argentina, Home to the Patagonia Region

OroraTech, GPTech, and Argentina's Rio Negro government launched satellite-powered wildfire detection services to protect 20 million hectares in Patagonia, enhancing response to climate-driven wildfires.

The post OroraTech Signs Landmark Deal to Protect the Rio Negro Province of Argentina, Home to the Patagonia Region appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 24, 2026

Application Period Now Open for MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway

The 2026 application period for MSA's Globe Gear Giveaway is open, providing volunteer fire departments in need with turnout gear and helmets.

The post Application Period Now Open for MSA’s Globe Gear Giveaway 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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