Position Summary: Runs vehicles, assists other equipment mechanics, assists mechanical operations manager with inventory, checks in-coming vehicles and new vehicles for damage, builds new vehicle component parts, wires fuse blocks, prepares consoles, installs TVI bumpers, utilizes the vinyl cutter, and applies decals. Maintains cleanliness of the shop and personal work areas by disposing of trash, sweeping, mopping and performing other tasks necessary. Maintains shop records, work orders and parts orders, as necessary. Abides by all shop safety rules and ensures all shop equipment is kept clean and in good working condition. Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Assists other employees in their work unit as needed. Builds new vehicles by installing necessary equipment to prepare them for issue. This is accomplished by determining and gathering the parts/equipment needing to be installed and installing that equipment. Troubleshoots, adjusts and aligns parts and system components, fitting where necessary to ensure satisfactory operation of interrelated systems. Performs inspection and drives vehicles to ensure proper performance. May act as a teacher and/or trainer to improve the vehicle operator's knowledge of the operation of their vehicle and equipment and preventives maintenance. Diagnoses mechanical or electrical problems or failures to determine the exact nature and extent of repairs needed by utilizing specialized testing equipment, such as engine analyzers, test benches, pressure gauges, voltmeters, dial indicators, micrometers, etc. and performs visual and auditory checks. Performs inspections and drives vehicle to ensure proper performance. Performs a wide range of repairs and troubleshooting on all vehicles. Salvages wrecked vehicles to retrieve Patrol owned parts and equipment that are interchangeable with other vehicles. Utilizes gas and electric welding equipment, painting or other related skills to complete necessary repairs. Operates the agency's flatbed recovery tow truck to travel throughout the state to recover wrecked or disabled vehicles to the fleet shop.