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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 22, 2026

Frontline Communications Delivers Mobile Command Unit to Houston (TX) Metro Transit Authority Police

The custom command vehicle strengthens coordination, situational awareness and community engagement capabilities.

The post Frontline Communications Delivers Mobile Command Unit to Houston (TX) Metro Transit Authority Police appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 22, 2026

San Diego County (CA) Invests to Protect Residents from Wildfire from the Air and the Ground

The County of San Diego marked the completion of $12 million in renovations at the Ramona Airbase to advance its firefighting capabilities as Southern California’s wildfire season grows in intensity and complexity.

The post San Diego County (CA) Invests to Protect Residents from Wildfire from the Air and the Ground appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 22, 2026

Firefighter Injured in Engine Rollover as Crews Battle 1,000-Acre CA Wildfire

A Cal Fire engine rolled over while fighting the Little Fire near Pleasanton, injuring a firefighter.

The post Firefighter Injured in Engine Rollover as Crews Battle 1,000-Acre CA Wildfire appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 22, 2026

Bay City (MI) Officials Cannot Agree if Fire Station Is Unsafe. Residents May Decide What Happens Next.

Bay City officials are debating the need to demolish Fire Station 2 due to significant PFAS contamination.

The post Bay City (MI) Officials Cannot Agree if Fire Station Is Unsafe. Residents May Decide What Happens Next. 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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