Federal government automotive jobs manage and repair government-owned vehicles. In this role, you may be asked to inspect the cars before and after each use, provide ongoing maintenance, troubleshoot and fix problems that arise in the driving or condition of the car, and order parts. You may also be required to maintain service records for all the vehicles you work on and review cars and trucks after an accident to assess the damage and determine repair costs. A mechanic working for the federal government may also care for tractors, mowers, postal vehicles, and other engine-powered equipment. Federal government automotive mechanics can work on vehicles for the police department, military, post office, parks and recreation department, and other government agencies.