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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: Aug 27, 2026

CT Fire Department Stands Down Due to Insufficient Gear

Danielson Fire Department is standing down for at least 15 days because it lacks enough usable, properly fitting protective gear.

The post CT Fire Department Stands Down Due to Insufficient Gear appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 27, 2026

ADA-Compliant Upgrades in Store for Willowick (OH) Fire Department

Willowick Fire Department ADA-compliant bathroom and locker upgrades, funded partly by a $65,000 grant, are set for completion by year-end.

The post ADA-Compliant Upgrades in Store for Willowick (OH) Fire Department appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 27, 2026

Cleveland (OH) City Council OKs Land Transfer for New Fire Station 26

Cleveland City Council approved transfer of land bank parcels for public facilities, including Fire Station 26.

The post Cleveland (OH) City Council OKs Land Transfer for New Fire Station 26 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Louisville (KY) Fire Department Pushes in New Apparatus at Engine Company 18

Louisville Fire Department is replacing aging equipment with a multimillion-dollar initiative, including a new Engine 18 truck, 10 more on order, new SCBA, and station renovations.

The post Louisville (KY) Fire Department Pushes in New Apparatus at Engine Company 18 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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