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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: Oct 31, 2026

CA Fire Department Receives Traffic Safety Grant to Help Save More Lives

Vacaville Fire Department received a $60,000 California Office of Traffic Safety grant for crash response and extrication tools, training and traffic safety education through Sept. 2027.

The post CA Fire Department Receives Traffic Safety Grant to Help Save More Lives appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Firefighting Helicopter Jettisoned Troublesome Water Bucket Seconds Before Fatal CA Crash: NTSB

The NTSB reported a Cal Fire contractor’s helicopter crashed in Yosemite after water bucket issues; both crew members died.

The post Firefighting Helicopter Jettisoned Troublesome Water Bucket Seconds Before Fatal CA Crash: NTSB appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Collapsed Sewer Line Prompts Delay in Roseville (MI) Fire Department Renovations

Roseville’s fire station No. 1 renovation was delayed by a corroded main sewer line, and officials plan to use contingency funds for repairs.

The post Collapsed Sewer Line Prompts Delay in Roseville (MI) Fire Department Renovations appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Dearborn (MI) Stockpiles Fuel Amid Fears Iran War Could Disrupt Supplies

Dearborn plans to spend up to $50,000 to top off city fuel reserves as Mayor Abdullah Hammoud cites concerns that renewed conflict with Iran could raise prices and cause shortages.

The post Dearborn (MI) Stockpiles Fuel Amid Fears Iran War Could Disrupt Supplies 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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