Fire Mechanics

Sections & Committees

Our Purpose

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.

Board & Committee Members

MIKE SMITH

Chair
Puget Sound RFA

TERM:
9/2025 – 09/2028

BRAD OSBORN

Vice Chair
Clark County FD 6

TERM:
09/2025 – 09/2026

JAY JACKS

Past Chair
Camano Island F&R


PATRICK SWANSON

Secretary
Shoreline FD

TERM:
9/2023 – 09/2026

DARIN DECCIO

Director #1
Yakima Fire Department

TERM:
9/2023 – 09/2026

PAUL SPENCER

Director #2
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC

TERM:
9/2023 – 09/2026

CHARLES ENGLE

Director #3
Puget Sound RFA

TERM:
9/2025 – 09/2028

COREY DE LOS SANTOS

Director #4
Puget Sound RFA

TERM:
9/2025 – 09/2028

GREG BACH

Director #5
Tulalip Bay FD

TERM:
9/2024- 09/2027

KEVIN SCOTT

Director #6
Eastside Fire & Rescue

TERM:
9/2024- 09/2027

Upcoming Events

  • JUN

    2-4

    Fire Mechanics Summer Workshop: The Art of Leadership

    June 2, 2026

    This immersive 22-hour leadership class prepares fire aspiring leaders to navigate the real-world challenges of supervising.

  • APR

    16-17

    Fire Mechanics Spring Workshop: Yakima Fire

    April 16, 2026

    ASE A9 Test Prep, Electrical Refresher and Hands-On Fire Pump Testing, Troubleshooting & Repair Education

  • APR

    13-14

    Fire Mechanics Spring Workshop: Puget Sound Fire

    April 13, 2026

    ASE A9 Test Prep, Electrical Refresher and Hands-On Fire Pump Testing, Troubleshooting & Repair Education

  • SEP

    14-18

    Save the Date: Washington Fire Mechanics Conference

    September 14, 2026

    Along with the most advanced education and training, you will be able to network with technicians throughout the country.