Gouri Shankar
About Gouri Shankar
Gouri Shankar is a Cluster Engineer with extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, currently working at American Tower since 2019. He has a background in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, and has held various roles that emphasize operational efficiency and maintenance processes.
Work at American Tower
Currently, Gouri Shankar serves as a Cluster Engineer at American Tower, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations within his cluster, ensuring that all processes align with company standards. His responsibilities include validating preventive maintenance and billing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. Gouri also facilitates owner meetings to ensure alignment on project goals and operational strategies.
Previous Experience at Airtel
Gouri Shankar worked at Airtel as a Cluster Manager from 2017 to 2019, where he was based in Rajasthan. During his tenure, he implemented energy-saving initiatives that contributed to achieving a 99.95% uptime in operations. His role involved managing various operational aspects and ensuring that service delivery met company standards.
Education and Expertise
Gouri Shankar earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Rajasthan Technical University. He studied from 2009 to 2013, gaining foundational knowledge and skills in engineering principles that support his current and previous roles in the telecommunications industry.
Career Background
Before joining American Tower, Gouri Shankar held several positions in the telecommunications sector. He worked as a Senior Executive at SPACE TELEINFRA PRIVATE LIMITED for 11 months in 2016, and as a Field Engineer at Indus Towers Limited for 9 months in 2014. Additionally, he served as a Project Coordinator at Jio from 2015 to 2016, where he coordinated project activities and ensured effective communication among stakeholders.
Training and Development Initiatives
In his current role and previous positions, Gouri Shankar conducts regular training sessions for technicians. These sessions aim to enhance operational efficiency and ensure that team members are well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their tasks effectively.