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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 10, 2026

Tupelo (MS) Fire Station Continues Progress; No Move–In Date

Tupelo officials say Fire Station No. 5 is about 90% complete and nearing move-in, while the city is planning a replacement for Fire Station No. 1.

The post Tupelo (MS) Fire Station Continues Progress; No Move–In Date appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 10, 2026

New London (CT) Fire Department Tries Again to Fund New Rescue Boat

New London's fire department is seeking a FEMA grant to buy a larger rescue boat with sonar and training funds to improve response on the Thames River and nearby waterways.

The post New London (CT) Fire Department Tries Again to Fund New Rescue Boat appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 10, 2026

CO Fire Boards Approve Early Step in Possible Merger

North Metro Fire Rescue District and Mountain View Fire District approved a memorandum of understanding to begin evaluating a possible merger, starting with a financial analysis.

The post CO Fire Boards Approve Early Step in Possible Merger appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 10, 2026

Ambulance Backs Into Gas Line at CT Police Station, Forcing Evacuation

An ambulance backed into a gas line at the Plainfield police station Saturday, causing a leak and evacuation. No injuries were reported and police services were not disrupted.

The post Ambulance Backs Into Gas Line at CT Police Station, Forcing Evacuation 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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