1. LARRY JENTRY
142 Raccoon Rd. Cell: 512.217.2090
Elgin, TX 78621 Email: ljentry@aol.com
LICENSED TELECOM TECHNICIAN –TECH SPECIALIST IV – TECH SUPERVISOR
Over 17 years as owner of radio communications sales/service shop, maintaining all bookkeeping, parts and sales
inventories, personnel records and delivering excellent customer service. Seasoned and certified technician with a
vast comprehensive knowledge of numerous communications systems and technologies, including RF propagation
(both analog and digital P25), antenna theory, FCC licensing procedures, as well as RF interference intermod
troubleshooting. Over 30 years of experience designing, installing, operating and maintaining voice and data
communications systems for radio, microwave and satellite, including switching equipment, VOIP and ROIP.
Currently seeking administration positions, within the telecom industry or in any other office setting.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Inventory Maintenance
 Radio Network Design
 Digital Data Link Test Systems
 Radio Frequency Assignments
 Work Scheduling
 System Outage Troubleshooting
 Propagation Studies
 Electronic Work Order Applications
 Staff Training/Supervision
 Management Collaborations
 Wireless Data Terminals
 Antenna Systems
KEY SKILLS ASSESSMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE – Exceptional track record of successful collaboration with other management
employees, handling inventory and database of stock and transfers of assets, as well as supervising large staff teams.
BOOKKEEPING SKILLS – Broad experience providing bookkeeping services, including inventory control and
personnel recordkeeping, for several employers as well as for my own company.
COMPUTER PROGRAM PROFICIENCY – Adept with all programs in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel,
Access and Outlook), including the design of applications using Access and Excel.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DPS (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY) RADIO SHOP, AUSTIN, TX 2010 – PRESENT
DPS TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECH SPECIALIST III AND IV
Administrative Duties
 Collaborate frequently with management during propagation studies for various systems, in order to maintain
effective radio coverage to support mobile units statewide. Provider of crucial support through computer
software when frequency coordinator is unavailable.
 Recently granted Head Technician position, maintaining day-to-day paperwork to assist supervisor, providing all
transfers of equipment, updating radio system ID assignments, assisting with programming code plugs for radios,
helping local and field technicians with troubleshooting, assisting troopers and other customers in diagnosing
issues, and scheduling field work and technician trips.
 Consistently update knowledge of FCC Land Mobile Radio Service Rules and Regulations, enabling proper
operation of radio equipment, and educate DPS troopers and other radio operators on all changes and additions.
 Maintain working inventory of repair parts, as well as a DPS asset database of all radio shop property, including
transfers of assets in and out of radio shop.
 Compose and distribute purchase agreements and contracts for new equipment and repair supplies.
 Evaluate new equipment from various vendors when available.
Standard Telecom Duties
 Design, install and maintain radio communication systems for statewide DPS offices, including base stations,
communications consoles and microwave systems.
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statewide outages to support emergency restoration of facilities.
 Organize and update DPS database of radio frequency assignments for all state public safety agencies, integrating
them into templates for all DPS mobile units.
 Resolve interference and inter-modulation problems by investigating affected systems and pinpointing issues.
(DPS TECH SPECIALIST III AND IV, CONTINUED)
Accomplishments
 Began as Tech Specialist III in April 2010, upgraded to Tech Specialist IV by August 2011.
 Instrumental in the design and implementation of the Motorola Motobridge statewide network.
 Collaborated with contractor on the installation of new Motorola MCC7500 dispatch positions.
 Created and installed V.24 control over T1 of radios.
 Contributed to the design, modification and installation of various new MDS microwave systems statewide, as
well as the DPS electronic work order application, recently activated and currently in use statewide.
 Crucial collaborator in the design and implementation of test systems for digital data links from DPS LAN to
mobile laptops, via DPS radio network and 802.11/cellular networks.
 Instrumental in the design and activation of new Austin dispatch system and connecting it via fiber optics to
remote location at radio shop.
DPS RADIO SHOP, AUSTIN, TX 2008 – 2010
DPS TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECH SUPERVISOR
Administrative Duties
 Trained, directed and monitored the work of assigned technicians to accomplish communications objectives
efficiently and to verify the quality of work performed.
 Evaluated completed work orders to assure accurate and complete documentation of work performances, and
compiled quantity of work completed for inclusion in monthly reports.
 Examined weekly timesheets, off-duty cards and travel vouchers submitted by associated employees.
 Composed performance evaluations of all assigned technicians and helped improve their skills and knowledge.
 Tested new equipment and conducted critical evaluations of those test results compiled by other technicians.
 Supervised and aided telecommunication technicians with the installation and maintenance of mobile and
stationary 2-way radio units to assure maximum operational effectiveness of DPS’ statewide radio
communications system and other related electronic equipment. Operations included base and mobile radio
equipment, point-to-point microwave, computerized dispatch console equipment, in-car wireless data terminals,
antenna systems, video recording equipment and overhead vehicle emergency lighting.
 Worked under general supervision, free to exercise own supervisory and technical judgment while complying
with applicable principles of radio communications systems and state and department rules and regulations.
Standard Telecom Duties
 Oversaw a library of technical and repair manuals for all communications and test equipment.
 Aided in the design and monitored the creation of new radio templates and programs.
 Predicted efficacy of transmission coverage in proposed base stations and repeater installations.
 Recommended changes and improvements for new and existing equipment, in order to ensure compatibility with
existing communications systems, as well as upgrading equipment to meet department needs.
Accomplishments
 Organized and scheduled design, installation and maintenance of 2-way radio communications equipment in base
station and repeated sites throughout the state to assure maximum effectiveness of radio communications for law
enforcement and administrative activities, both within the department and with other law enforcement agencies.
DPS RADIO SHOP, AUSTIN, TX 2002 – 2008
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST II
Administrative Duties
 Collaborated with management on propagation studies for various systems, to maintain effective radio coverage
in order to support mobile units statewide.
 Ensured proper operation and maintenance of radio equipment by entire staff through periodic updating of
personal knowledge of FCC Land Mobile Radio Service Rules and Regulations, and educating DPS troopers and
other radio operators on them.
Standard Telecom Duties
 Investigated and resolved interference and inter-modulation issues.
 Served as primary contact for troubleshooting system outages.
Accomplishments

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 Designed and installed radio communications for DPS offices statewide, including base stations, communications
consoles, as well as new MDS microwave systems statewide.
 Designed new and efficient templates for all DPS mobile units by maintaining the DPS database of radio frequency
assignments for all state public safety agencies.
(TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST II, CONTINUED)
 Crucial participant in the design and implementation of state DPS radio system, including frequency assignments,
interference studies and microwave links, as well as the design and installation of test systems for digital data
links from DPS LAN to mobile laptops via DPS radio network and 802.11/cellular networks.
DPS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, AUSTIN, TX 1994 – 2002
SUPERVISOR OF RESPONSE SECTION
Administrative Duties
 Supervised 13 employees tasked with the maintenance and operation of Emergency Operations Center.
 Supervised over 700 volunteers for the State RACES communications program.
 Assisted head supervisor with the development of several SOP manuals, including one for EOC.
 Trained many DEM employees on software, electronic equipment and control and communication systems.
 Interacted with outside vendors on equipment purchases and system maintenance.
Standard Duties
 Underwent extensive training on EOC A/V systems.
 Planned and composed bid specifications.
 Helped IMS personnel install computer components.
 Assisted with state emergency management systems, including numerous activations of EOC.
 Planned, installed and tested statewide warning and communications systems, including DPS radios (HF, VHF and
UHF), satellite up/downlinks, satellite telephones, amateur radio (RACES) stations, and video downlinks via radio.
 Ensured operational readiness of EOC equipment by constantly monitoring and running numerous tests on them.
Independent Design and Installation Projects
 Several major improvements to A/V system, including major satellite downlink weather products.
 Software for AMX A/V control system.
 Computer interface to input data from satellite system at 8600 baud, retransmit data at 1200 baud via VHF.
 Interface wiring system, including audio in-line amplifier and impedance matching.
 Complete overhaul of RACES program Plan and SOP.
 Bid packages for communications/warning system equipment, including DEM’s Emergency Alerting System.
Collaborative Design and Installation Projects
 Numerous satellite, microwave and radio communications systems in analog and digital formats, providing digital
data, voice, video and graphic products in and out of EOC during emergency.
 T1 lines, ISDN lines and other computer wiring within EOC.
 Several radio antenna towers and systems.
 2 satellite telephone systems and their base stations.
 Weather service satellite downlink for TLETS and the interface into the TLETS network.
Accomplishments
 Began as Technical Operations Officer, Group 14, in 1994, upgraded to Group 15 in 1996.
 Applied for and received Supervisor of Response Section position in 1999.
 Rebuilt entire HF, UHF and VHF radio antenna network and switching system.
 Installed radio/video downlink system for live video via civil air patrol aircraft interfacing with A/V system.
 Rebuilt numerous control and signal cable systems, created schematic and block diagrams for future repairs.
DPS RADIO SHOP, AUSTIN, TX 1992 – 1994
TECH SPECIALIST
Administrative Duties
 Oversaw installation of radios and associated equipment within DPS patrol vehicles.
 Maintained inventory of equipment, trained all new employees and scheduled installations.
 Maintained filing system on equipment and jobs.
 Created and maintained computer software to track and bill installation materials.
 Filled in for main supervisor when absent, on numerous occasions, and carried out all administrative tasks.
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 Assisted main supervisor with required paperwork for job tracking, employee records, etc.
Standard Duties
 Designed installation diagrams and schematics.
 Evaluated all new equipment and systems when available.
 Wrote bid specifications and designed diagrams for new equipment as needed.
 Assisted radio technicians with in-house and field repairs of communications systems, including mobile radios,
fixed DPS base stations and control consoles, HF radio systems and DPS emergency communications van.
DIGITRONICS, ROUND ROCK, TX 1977 – 1992
OWNER/TECHNICIAN
Administrative Duties
 Operated a communications sales and service facility for commercial communications and security systems.
 Supplied products such as 2-way fixed and mobile radio systems, cellular and other mobile phones, satellite
systems, telephone systems and fire/security systems, including video surveillance.
 Trained and supervised staff of sales and technical personnel.
 Maintained all records, files, taxes, lease and maintenance contracts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.
Tech Specialist Duties
 Assisted local, state and federal government entities with the authoring and procurement of equipment bids.
 Designed and installed numerous types of analog/digital communications and fire/security systems in various
locations, including federal and state buildings.
EDUCATION & LICENSING
FCC General Radiotelephone License, Nashville Tech,
License #PG6-4808
NEBER Certified Technician, National Association of Business and Education Radio,
License #005349
Basic Electronics, NTI Technical School
Basic and Digital Electronics, self-taught courses