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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: Dec 22, 2025

OH Department Receives $20K Grant to Upgrade Emergency Radio Communications Equipment

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal announced nearly $4 million in grants for 198 fire departments, including Oberlin, to upgrade emergency radio equipment in early 2026.

The post OH Department Receives $20K Grant to Upgrade Emergency Radio Communications Equipment appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 22, 2025

CA Fire Station to Reopen as a Wildfire-Fighting Hub

Sausalito City Council approved a 15-year lease with the Southern Marin Fire Protection District to restore the Spencer Avenue Fire Station by July, enhancing wildfire preparedness.

The post CA Fire Station to Reopen as a Wildfire-Fighting Hub appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 22, 2025

Four Apparatus Destroyed in Fire at Alberta, Canada Station

A fire at the Redwood Meadows Emergency Services station in Alberta, Canada, destroyed four apparatus. The cause is under investigation and deemed accidental.

The post Four Apparatus Destroyed in Fire at Alberta, Canada Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 22, 2025

Recent Apparatus Orders: December 2025

Here is a listing of various fire apparatus orders from around the country and their delivery estimates.

The post Recent Apparatus Orders: December 2025 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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