"Loved it all! This is my 6th academy in 12 years and every time I come it is a great experience."
"This was a great experience. I am new to the fire mechanics field and I will be back as long as I can -- even if I have to pay out of pocket!"
"Awesome learning environment and great instructors. I will recommend this Academy to others."
"One of the most beneficial classes I have participated in during 15 years in the fire service."
"As a first time student, this course will improve the quality of service and safe operation of our fire department."
"Absolutely the best, most comprehensive, useful course I've ever taken.
Best instructors - hands down!"
"This class has heightened my awareness of good record keeping and professionalism."
"As budgets tighten and agencies consolidate, this training and awareness of proper techniques and trained certified fire mechanics for fire apparatus and first response vehicles are vital."
"Best real-world training I have ever had."
"Great class, great instructors, great crew that puts the annual academy on. Thank you all."
"The course in general and the course materials in particular were extremely thorough, informative and well done overall. The course binder and pamphlets will be useful in the future as a reference."
"Appreciate the use of the first class training facilities. Thank you for allowing us to be here."
"I have been a teacher for 8 years. I can only compliment the CFMA staff and their preparations. Every aspect was spot on!"
"Great program, excellent academy available to all fire service personnel. Great way to continue and enhance learning and knowledge in the fire service."
Welcome to the California Fire Mechanics Academy Inc.
CFMA is the oldest and largest Emergency Vehicle Technician Training Academy in the U.S. Since 1971 we have been providing the finest training opportunities for emergency apparatus repair and maintenance. Our workshops are very hands-on, giving participants not only the theory but the opportunity to work on trucks, take pumps apart, get their hands on the actual apparatus they'll be using in the field.
We hope your visit here will provide you with information regarding who and what we are and answer any questions you might have.
In the News
In July, 2011 Chief Michael E. Hubert of the Five Cities Fire Authority handed over ownership of their 1987 Van Pelt telesquirt to the CFMA. Five Cities was able to purchase a brand new apparatus thanks to federal grant money and was generous enough to offer CFMA the opportunity to own their very first apparatus to use as a training aid. This will be available for classes beginning at the 2012 annual academy and could be used in chassis, pump, brake, suspension or aerial maintenance classes just to name a few.
THANK YOU Five Cities Fire Authority!
Academy Video
Get Connected
Click here For more
behind the scenes information.
Do not hesitate to contact the CFMA Administrative Office in Sacramento, California, if you need further help.
We strive to keep connected using Social media. Click the icon to get connected with us using Facebook.
Annual Academy
The annual California Fire Mechanics Academy provides a unique training opportunity for fire service personnel and emergency vehicle technicians.
Next Academy: April 2-6, 2012
McClellan Business Park, Sacramento
(formerly McClellan Air Force Base)
In July, 2011 Chief Michael E. Hubert of the Five Cities Fire Authority handed over ownership of their 1987 Van Pelt telesquirt to the CFMA. Five Cities was able to purchase a brand new apparatus thanks to federal grant money and was generous enough to offer CFMA the opportunity to own their very first apparatus to use as a training aid. This will be available for classes beginning at the 2012 annual academy and could be used in chassis, pump, brake, suspension or aerial maintenance classes just to name a few.
