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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 19, 2026

Wales Invests $31.1M in ‘Cleaner, Greener’ Ambulance Fleet

The Welsh Government is investing $31.1 million for 160 new ambulances and response vehicles, enhancing service reliability and supporting environmental goals with cleaner, modern technology.

The post Wales Invests $31.1M in ‘Cleaner, Greener’ Ambulance Fleet appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 19, 2026

Compartment Corner: Hernando County (FL) Sutphen 100-Foot Aerial Platform

Truck 10 is a 2023 Sutphen 100-foot aerial platform that carries a wide assortment of standard truck company tools as well as specialized rescue equipment.

The post Compartment Corner: Hernando County (FL) Sutphen 100-Foot Aerial Platform appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 19, 2026

State Program Helped Department Partially Fund New Ladder Truck

The Mount Vernon (WA) Fire Department's new ladder truck was funded partially by the state's Local Option Capital Asset Lending program.

The post State Program Helped Department Partially Fund New Ladder Truck appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 19, 2026

Station Fire Blamed on Spontaneous Combustion of Kitchen Towels

A fire at the Biddeford (ME) Fire Department's Central Fire Station was caused by the spontaneous combustion of kitchen towels, leading to extensive smoke damage and ongoing restoration efforts.

The post Station Fire Blamed on Spontaneous Combustion of Kitchen Towels 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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