Chris Prestwood
About Chris Prestwood
Chris Prestwood serves as the Lead Communications Technician at LCRA, where he has worked for 29 years. He specializes in technical guidance for high availability systems and leads a team managing a large Harris Trunked Radio System.
Work at LCRA
Chris Prestwood has served as the Lead Communications Technician at LCRA since 1995. With nearly three decades of experience in this role, he operates in the Austin, Texas area. His responsibilities include providing technical guidance and training for a high availability system core that consists of 32 virtualized servers. He leads a team that maintains a large Harris Trunked Radio System, which includes over 90 Harris P25 and Open Sky sites. His extensive tenure at LCRA reflects his commitment to the organization and its operational needs.
Education and Expertise
Chris Prestwood studied Electronics Engineering at Itt Technical Institute - Harrisburg, where he earned an Associate degree from 1990 to 1992. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical expertise in communications systems. He applies his knowledge to analyze system and equipment fault records, which aids in improving system reliability. His role also involves developing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with service level agreements.
Technical Guidance and Training
In his position as Lead Communications Technician, Chris Prestwood provides essential technical guidance and training related to the operations of a high availability system core. This includes managing a complex infrastructure of virtualized servers and ensuring that all team members are equipped with the necessary skills to maintain system performance. His leadership is crucial in fostering a knowledgeable team capable of addressing technical challenges.
System Maintenance and Reliability
Chris Prestwood plays a key role in maintaining system reliability through the analysis of system and equipment fault records. His efforts focus on identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions that enhance the overall performance of the communications systems. By working closely with manufacturers, he ensures that equipment software and firmware are consistently updated, contributing to the reliability of the systems he oversees.
Leadership in Communications Technology
As the lead of a team responsible for a large Harris Trunked Radio System, Chris Prestwood demonstrates leadership in communications technology. His role involves not only maintaining the system but also developing processes and procedures that align with service level agreements. His experience and proactive approach are integral to the successful operation of the communications infrastructure.