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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 8, 2026

Clarksville (IN) Fire Department Continues Work on Fire Apparatus Search

Clarksville Fire Department is seeking funds for another fire apparatus as repairs, aging equipment and long delivery times have strained its fleet. It may seek up to $180,000 in TIF money.

The post Clarksville (IN) Fire Department Continues Work on Fire Apparatus Search appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 7, 2026

Two OK Firefighters Critically Injured in Tanker Rollover Returning From Mutual Aid Call

Two Ingalls Fire Department firefighters were critically injured when Tanker 1 rolled over on State Highway 51 in Payne County after a front tire failed, the department said.

The post Two OK Firefighters Critically Injured in Tanker Rollover Returning From Mutual Aid Call appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 7, 2026

Laguna Beach (CA) Emergency Ops Center 90% Complete; Named for Public Safety Advocate

Laguna Beach City Council named its emergency operations center after Matt Lawson, citing his public safety advocacy. The center is about 90% complete and will coordinate emergency response.

The post Laguna Beach (CA) Emergency Ops Center 90% Complete; Named for Public Safety Advocate appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Aug 7, 2026

Cleveland (OH) Adds Crash Attenuator to One Rig, Hopes to Add Two More

Cleveland is the first Ohio city to deploy a dedicated highway crash attenuator.

The post Cleveland (OH) Adds Crash Attenuator to One Rig, Hopes to Add Two More 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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