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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: Sep 20, 2026

‘Much More Than a Building’: Buffalo Grove (IL) Showcases New State-of-the-Art Fire Station

Buffalo Grove opened its new Fire Station 25, a $10.1 million facility replacing a 50-year-old station and adding firefighter health, safety and response upgrades.

The post ‘Much More Than a Building’: Buffalo Grove (IL) Showcases New State-of-the-Art Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 20, 2026

Salem (MA) Fire Station 2 Reopens Following Extensive Remodeling

Salem Fire Station 2 reopened after a $750,000 renovation that rebuilt the facade, upgraded systems and added heat pumps to improve safety and efficiency.

The post Salem (MA) Fire Station 2 Reopens Following Extensive Remodeling appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 19, 2026

Port Henry (NY) FD Gets Another $1M Grant Toward New Fire Station

Port Henry Volunteer Fire Department received a $1 million state grant, leaving $600,000 for taxpayers toward a new fire station after voters approved the project.

The post Port Henry (NY) FD Gets Another $1M Grant Toward New Fire Station appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 19, 2026

La Crosse (WI) Firehouse Declared Historic by National Register

La Crosse’s Fire Station No. 4, built in 1941 as the city’s first modern firehouse, was added to the National Register of Historic Places and later converted into a private residence.

The post La Crosse (WI) Firehouse Declared Historic by National Register 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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