Job Listings

Chief Financial Officer

Date Listed:  Mar 7, 2023

Location: Muenster, Texas

Overview: Oversees company financial affairs by preparing investment strategies and operating budgets. Supervises the general accounting activities of the company to ensure company records are… Read More

Fiber Optic Splicing Technician

Date Listed: Jan 27, 2023

Location: Ganado, Texas

General Summary Responsible for the splicing, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic cabling and components in both the outside plant and central office. This position… Read More

Senior Accountant

Date Listed: Oct 14, 2022

Department: Accounting Location: Vernon, Texas or Wichita Falls, Texas
Our company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for assisting with the preparation… Read More

Sales & Business Development Lead

Date Listed: Jul 28, 2022

Location: Alpine, Texas
Job Summary: The Sales & Business Development Lead will oversee and lead the activities of the Sales Department. Supervisory Responsibilities: Hires and sales staff. Organizes… Read More

Fiber Optic Splicing Technician

Date Listed: Jan 27, 2023

Company: YK Communications

Location: Ganado, Texas

General Summary
 Responsible for the splicing, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic cabling and components in both the outside plant and central office. This position will play a key role in the design, installation, and maintenance of the outside plant network.  
Essential Job Functions
 
  • Splices network feeder, distribution, and drop cables
  • Prepares and assembles splice enclosures as per manufacture specifications
  • Terminates fiber optic cables to patch panels and cabinets in the field and central offices
  • Bonds and grounds cables and associated facilities
  • Prepares and installs network interface devices at demarcation point
  • Tests and qualifies all cabling before and after installation
  • Troubleshoots and isolates cable faults with fiber optic test equipment
  • Assists engineering with cable count assignments
  • Prepares and maintains detailed plant records for all new and existing splicing assignments
  • Labels and identifies all cables and count assignments at all access points
  • Maintains accurate records of all inventory items issued and used on a per work order basis
  • Performs emergency restorations of critical services
  • Uses cable locating and GPS equipment to aid in field verification for engineering projects
  • Recommends preventative maintenance tasks to management
  • Updates management of new products and procedures
  • Possibly work in small, confined spaces
  • Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned by management
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
  • Knowledge of fiber optic testing equipment and practices including power meters, light sources, OTDR, CD, and PMD.
  • Knowledge of various manufacturers and models of splice enclosures
  • Knowledge of different types of fiber and connectors
  • Knowledge of basic fiber optic transmission theory
  • Knowledge of basic OSP engineering and construction practices.
  • Knowledge of cable counts and assignments.
  • Knowledge of NEC, NESC, and RUS standards.
  • Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations.
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail.
  • Ability to mentor co-workers and subordinates.
  • Ability to interpret staking sheets, maps, and instruction manuals.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
  • Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record
  • Meet 275lbs weight limit due to safety restrictions
  • Ability to lift and move up to 80lbs
  • Excellent communication skills, customer service skills, and work ethic
  • Highly organized, analytical, and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities, technologies, responsibilities, and meet deadlines
  • Proficient in MS Office software.
  • Qualification on pre-employment screening
Education and Experience
 
  • Industry related training
  • Apprenticeship or vocational education desirable
  • 3 years relevant job experience
  • Experience testing and fusion splicing loose tube and ribbon cable
  • Experience with prepping and installing various models of splice enclosures, access terminals, and NIDs
  • Experience with live cut overs on critical services
  • GIS and OSP design experience desirable

Resumes may be submitted to humanresources@ykc.com.     Equal Opportunity Employer to all individuals, YKC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Chief Financial Officer

Date Listed:  Mar 7, 2023

Company: Nortex Communications

Location: Muenster, Texas

Overview: Oversees company financial affairs by preparing investment strategies and operating budgets. Supervises the general accounting activities of the company to ensure company records are maintained accurately and securely, proper internal controls exist, payments and billings completed on time and financial statements and reports are prepared in an accurate and timely manner. Directs activities associated with all settlement compensation arrangements and ensures all requirements are filed with NECA, inter-exchange carriers and the Texas PUC. Plans & directs regulated company activities such as tariff filings and IXC billing and collections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and procedures. Ensures that all loan covenants and financial commitments are maintained. Responsible for coordinating the risk management activities of the company. Directs activities related to benefit plans such as health insurance, 401(k) and ESOP. Essential Functions: 1. Oversees company financial affairs, including investment strategies, loan commitments, and keeps abreast of general funds level, cash flow, and other fiscal developments. 2. Directs activities associated with access-charge, pooling, billing and collections and other settlement compensation arrangements; maintains adequate access tariffs, carrier access billing, and settlements from various pools; ensures that all forms and requirements are filed with NECA, inter-exchange carriers, and the Texas PUC. 3. Prepares and carries out annual operating budget, associated work plans, and capital requirement projections. 4. Supervises the daily activities of the general accounting function including, payroll, accounts payable, cash deposits, miscellaneous receivables, property accounting and general accounting. Ensures that entries are properly recorded and financial statements and other financial reports are prepared accurately and timely. 5. Reviews potential new service offerings and evaluates financial viability in company service area. Prepares detailed financial analysis including pro-forma financial statements. 6. Monitors system earnings from settlements and access charges to ensure maximum revenues; monitors rate of return on investment and equity; stays abreast of regulatory proceedings affecting revenue requirements. 7. Develops rate structures and tariff filings; ensures that all company operations comply with US, NECA, PUC, FCC and other federal, state and local requirements. 8. Coordinates risk management activities and corporate insurance portfolios to ensure proper coverage. 9. Directs the activities of employee salary and benefits including health and dental insurance 401(k) and ESOP plan trustee and related activities. 10. Participates in legislative activities at both the federal and state level by staying abreast of proposed and new legislation and making visits to stay familiar in various representatives. 11. Attends various seminars and conventions relating to industry interests. Maintains current industry knowledge by reading various trade publications and catalogs. 12. Attends staff meetings. 13. Coordinates Risk Management activities related to policy coverages and renewals. 14. Performs any other related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge and understanding of telephone organization. 2. Knowledge and understanding of the standards, rules and regulations governing telephone utility operations. 3. Knowledge of settlements, separations, and access charge compensation procedures. 4. Knowledge of all aspects of accounting and financial reporting. 5. Knowledge of risk management practices. 6. Skill in negotiating contracts. 7. Skill in operating various office equipment such as: personal computer, calculator, copy machine, postage machine, telephone system, etc. 8. Ability to make sound analytical decisions using information at hand. 9. Ability to create an efficient working environment with minimal supervision. 10. Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate with various business contacts in a courteous and professional manner. 11. Ability to see well enough to read computer screen, various documents and reports. 12. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff members. 13. Ability to maintain confidentiality of classified information.   Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Business Administration. Previous experience of five to seven years in telephone management.

Regulatory Manager

Date Listed: Jul 28, 2022

Company: GVTC

Location: New Braunfels, Texas

Full Job Description

Summary: Primary responsibilities are management of company’s regulatory compliance, strategies and filings; Overall Management of state and federal Universal Service Funding including budgeting and forecasting; Product and Service Tariff and Terms and Conditions filings; Carrier Access Billing System including switched and special access billing and collection; Special Access service order workflow and billing; FCC and PUC compliance filings; state and federal Universal Service Fund filings, compliance and funding; National Exchange Carrier Association (NECA) and Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) data submission and compliance filings; interconnection agreements with connecting carriers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: · Establishes and manages departmental CAPEX and OPEX budget consistent with corporate objectives, with appropriate reporting. · Manages corporate Carrier Access Billing including state and interstate switched and special access circuits, including bill rendering, accounts receivable, revenue assurance and bad debt management · Manages Special Circuit Service Order process including managing and submitting service orders to 3rd parties · Files Product and Service Tariffs and/or Terms and Conditions with all federal and state entities to ensure compliance · Manages interconnection agreements with all interconnected carriers including ILEC, CLEC, ISP, IXC, CMRS, etc. · Conducts audits of circuits, minutes, polling data and develops programs, processes and policies to minimize fraud and abuse and maximize revenue · Management of state and federal regulatory filings including tariffs, reports, surveys, etc. · Primary contact for both state and federal regulatory bodies such as PUC and FCC · Ensures compliance with state and federal rules and regulations and notifies affected departments of regulatory changes · Manages federal and state support and settlement programs (USF, USAC, Lifeline, NECA Pooling, etc.) to ensure accurate and timely submission of data and to maximize revenue · Develops and manages internal reports to monitor and forecast Universal Service Funding and Settlements from state or federal support programs · Ensures departmental compliance with corporate process and project management standards · Develops and achieves department goals and objectives that support the corporate mission and vision. Establishes measurement systems to monitor attainment of goals and objectives. Maintains departmental scorecards to show results. · Coaches and develops subordinates in process and procedure developments, applications of company policies, personnel issues, and supervisory techniques. · Write and administer performance appraisals for skill improvement and merit raises. · Ensures that subordinates have appropriate training and other resources to perform their jobs. · Works with supervisors to ensure that staffing, training, scheduling, disciplinary action and reward/recognition programs are in place and updated as needed. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience: Bachelor degree required. Minimum three year experience in communications industry in similar field of training. Language Ability: Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with and solve problems using solid judgment skills. Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office 2010 (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint), Project Management/EPM, and Comsoft programming software applications. Professional Appearance: Employees will professionally represent GVTC by adhering to GVTC’s Attire and Grooming Policy. Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides supervision of designated staff. Effectively and efficiently assigns and manages tasks and responsibilities. Provides appropriate coaching and counseling. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. This job requires working in a business office with computers, printers, and light traffic. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time, attend meetings on and off premises, operate a motor vehicle, and communicate with others through the use of the telephone and internet. You must be able to lift up to 10 pounds, have close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust your focus with good hand-eye coordination Job Type: Full-time Pay: $84,948.00 – $127,422.00 per year Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

 

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus pay

 

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • New Braunfels, TX 78132: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Senior Accountant

Date Listed: Oct 14, 2022

Company: Santa Rosa Telephone Cooperative, Inc.

Department: Accounting

Location: Vernon, Texas or Wichita Falls, Texas

Our company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of monthly financial analysis reports, developing and maintaining department budgets, and generating cost reports. The successful candidate will also collect pertinent information for third-party audits, oversee financial reporting and operations, and will be the first point of contact for accounting issues. This position could be located in Vernon or Wichita Falls. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: · Prepare accounting related entries to numerous registers, journals and logs · Follow our company’s established accounting processes · Support accounts payable activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoice creation and entry · Assist with inventory and work orders as needed · Regularly maintain detailed reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts · Provide detailed analyses and explanations of all transactions · Prepare documentation for external auditors · Create and maintain asset records · Assist in the month end close process Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required · Master’s Degree or CPA License preferred · Proficient in Word and Excel · Strong written and oral communication skills · Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously · Strong organizational and analytical skills · Able to read and understand technical forms and financial reports · Willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships   Send Resumes to jobs@srcaccess.net

Sales & Business Development Lead

Date Listed: Oct 14, 2022

Company: BBT

Location: Alpine, Texas

Job Summary:

The Sales & Business Development Lead will oversee and lead the activities of the Sales Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Hires and sales staff.
  • Organizes and oversees the schedules, territories, and performance of sales representatives.
  • Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.  
  • Coaches employee performance in accordance with Company policy. 

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Develop new business opportunities for sales.
  • Provides leadership to the sales team.
  • Motivates and encourages sales team to ensure quotas are met.  
  • Reviews and analyzes sales and operational records and reports; uses data to project sales, determine profitability and targets, and identify potential new markets. 
  • Identifies and analyzes customer preferences to properly direct sales efforts.  
  • Sets quotas for sales teams.
  • Consults with potential customers to understand their needs; identifies and suggests equipment, products, or services that will meet those needs.
  • Resolves customer complaints, staffing problems, and other issues that may interfere with efficient sales operations.
  • Collaborates with executive leadership to develop sales quotas and strategies. 
  • Prepares sales budget and monitors expenses.  
  • Acts as company representative at trade association meetings.  
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent sales and customer service skills with proven negotiation skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.  

 

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or related field, OR
  • Comparable record of sales leadership experience required.
  • At least three years of outside sales experience required.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.