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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: Jan 21, 2026

Neighbors Help PA Department Replace Old Rig When Engine Failed

The Lavelle (PA) Fire Company replaced its broken 30-year-old fire apparatus with a 2002 E-ONE pumper, aided by neighboring fire companies, ensuring continued service to the community.

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Posted: Jan 21, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 21, 2026

This heavy rescue for the Orange Rural Fire Department, Hillsborough, NC, was built by SVI Trucks on a Sutphen Monarch cab and chassis.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 21, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026

VFD Receives New Engine from Bureau of Land Management

A Type 6 engine is now at Beaver Dam (AZ) Fire Department to improve wildfire response in AZ, UT, and NV, enhancing local volunteer efforts at no cost through the Rural Fire Readiness program.

The post VFD Receives New Engine from Bureau of Land Management appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026

Industrial Rigs: A Different Breed

From high-capacity pumps and foam capacity to aerial waterway innovations and collaborative mutual aid, industrial rigs represent a specialized firefighting approach.

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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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