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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: Jun 5, 2026

FDNY Drone Pilot Helps Save Struggling Swimmers

Two swimmers were rescued off Rockaway Beach by an FDNY drone operator.

The post FDNY Drone Pilot Helps Save Struggling Swimmers appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 5, 2026

Pittsburgh (PA) Fireboat Draws Scrutiny Over Costs, Low Call Volume

Pittsburgh's fireboat, the Sophie Masloff, has seen limited use since its 2017 purchase.

The post Pittsburgh (PA) Fireboat Draws Scrutiny Over Costs, Low Call Volume appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 5, 2026

E-Bike Rider Hospitalized After Being Hit by FDNY Fire Truck

A cyclist was struck by an FDNY firet ruck responding to a fire in West Brighton.

The post E-Bike Rider Hospitalized After Being Hit by FDNY Fire Truck appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jun 5, 2026

Apopka (FL) to Destroy Sand Trailer That Fatally Injured Firefighter in 2022

Nearly four years after firefighter Austin Duran's fatal injury, Apopka officials voted to destroy the trailer involved in the incident.

The post Apopka (FL) to Destroy Sand Trailer That Fatally Injured Firefighter in 2022 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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