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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: Jul 20, 2026

Canada Deploys Fire Skids to Convert Pickups to Wildland Apparatus

Canada is deploying portable fire skids to remote northern Ontario communities to combat wildfires, as hundreds of fires strain firefighting resources nationwide.

The post Canada Deploys Fire Skids to Convert Pickups to Wildland Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 20, 2026

MO Temple Donates Ambulance to Israel in Remembrance of Shooting Victims

A dedication ceremony for an ambulance in Israel honored Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, who were fatally shot in D.C.

The post MO Temple Donates Ambulance to Israel in Remembrance of Shooting Victims appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 20, 2026

TX Hill Country Floods Test New Warning Systems After Last Year’s Deadly Disaster

After deadly floods in Texas last July, officials promised improvements to flood warning systems and infrastructure. Recent storms tested these changes, revealing gaps in alert systems and preparedness.

The post TX Hill Country Floods Test New Warning Systems After Last Year’s Deadly Disaster appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 20, 2026

Rosenbauer Named Official Fire Truck of the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Rosenbauer America will serve as the Official Fire Truck of the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, showcasing firefighting technology and connecting with first responders and communities.

The post Rosenbauer Named Official Fire Truck of the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 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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