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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: Jul 19, 2026

Splash Pad Down? Beaver Dam (WI) Apparatus Steps Up

Beaver Dam's fire department provided a temporary splash pad using a fire truck to cool off residents during a heatwave, as the regular splash pad was under repair.

The post Splash Pad Down? Beaver Dam (WI) Apparatus Steps Up appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 18, 2026

Deming (NM) Man Accused of Stealing Ambulance

Alfredo Zuniga Gonzales, 53, is charged with multiple felonies, including stealing an ambulance and possessing controlled substances, while already facing unrelated charges.

The post Deming (NM) Man Accused of Stealing Ambulance appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 18, 2026

Troy (NY) Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for Station 1 Firehouse

Troy, NY, held a groundbreaking for a new $16 million firehouse, addressing years of delays. The project aims to modernize emergency services and improve conditions for firefighters.

The post Troy (NY) Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for Station 1 Firehouse appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jul 16, 2026

Streamlight® Upgrades Vantage® Helmet Light

The upgraded Vantage produces 225 lumens and 22,000 candela, delivering a focused beam through smoke and haze while maintaining usable peripheral light.

The post Streamlight® Upgrades Vantage® Helmet Light 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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