Real TimeDay Ahead Energy Trader or Senior
Idaho Power Company, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
Real Time/Day Ahead Energy Trader or Senior – Idaho Power Company, Boise, Idaho, USA.
Application Deadline 02/18/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time
Job Details
Positions: 1
Type: Regular
Exemption Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $125,320.00 - $168,729.60 Annual
Job Summary Idaho Power is looking for a Real Time/Day Ahead Energy Trader or Senior to join our Power Supply team. The role is critical to the communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, providing reliable and affordable energy.
Responsibilities The Energy Trader sells energy and energy products in wholesale markets on an hourly/daily basis with supervision. Key duties include outbound marketing, commercial negotiation, deliverability assessment, structuring and negotiation, credit and risk evaluation, transmission purchasing/reserving, transaction/accounting recording, delivery scheduling, generation dispatch coordination, and compliance with industry procedures and regulatory requirements. The position requires working in the Real Time (Hour Ahead) and Day Ahead markets on a variable rotating shift schedule covering a 24/7/365 trading desk.
Additional responsibilities: support natural gas energy traders, monitor market conditions, coordinate nominations, ensure reliable gas flows, manage real‑time scheduling, storage optimization, asset management, respond to operational changes, weather impacts, and system constraints. Requires strong communication with traders and system operators to maintain balanced positions, minimize risk, and support commercial and operational objectives in a fast‑paced environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Trading floor operations
Electric and natural gas grids supply and demand components and cost calculations/dispatch pricing
Interconnected transmission operations and delivery points
Emergency action procedures
Risk management principles and policies
Energy accounting and trading applications
Contracts and credit
WSPP, ISDA, NAESB agreements, OATT, and WECC requirements
EIM bidding and strategy for real‑time
WECC trading and scheduling practices/calendar
Idaho Power organization business objectives and marketing capabilities
Electric utility operations
Basic accounting and economics
Idaho Power business practices
Energy market conditions and trend analysis
Adherence to responsive times, deadlines, and time‑sensitive tasks
Entrepreneurial perspective to actively trade commodities
Detailed proficiencies in wholesale energy marketing and trading
Negotiation of transactions
Economic analysis
Resource optimization
Microsoft Office software applications
Effective oral and written communication
Documentation of transactions and job priorities
Process improvement in a rapidly evolving environment
Spreadsheet and database computer skills
Understanding of financial impact of energy trades
Creative ways to market and move energy hourly/daily
Positive proactive environment creation
Building relationships with internal and external groups
Team collaboration and participation
Communication and problem solving under stress
Adherence to schedule and attendance standards
Computer application usage for job duties
Managing trading book and earning profit
Minimum Requirements Energy Trader Education
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business or engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of training and/or experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in a business discipline
Experience
4 years in natural gas or power trading/scheduling environment
OR 4 years in natural gas or power system operations (advanced degree may substitute 1 year, NERC certification may substitute 2 years)
Preferred
4 years in power or natural gas trading/scheduling with exposure to real‑time day ahead and term trading and NERC certification
Senior Energy Trader Education
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business or engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of training and/or experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in a business discipline
Experience
6 years in natural gas or power trading environment or system operations
Advanced degree may substitute 1 year; NERC certification may substitute 2 years
Preferred: 6 years in power or natural gas trading with exposure to real‑time day ahead and term trading and NERC certification
Physical Requirements Work at a desk/computer for extended periods, use office equipment, fine motor skills (typing, dialing phones, filing). Occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. May perform additional tasks as assigned.
Additional Requirements Real Time desk: 60% of schedule, variable 12‑hour shift averaging 40 hrs/week. Day Ahead desk: 40% of schedule, 5 8‑hour days averaging 50 hrs/week with start approx 5:00 a.m. MST. Infrequent travel with overnight stays may be required. Regular and punctual attendance required.
Additional Information The Day Ahead Energy Trader may work an occasional 12‑hour shift. The Real Time Energy Trader will be required to work 12‑hour shifts.
Competencies
Building Partnerships
Communication
Customer Orientation
Decision Making
Initiating Action
Innovation
Planning and Organizing
Assistance Completing Your Application Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions or require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company. Phone: [Phone] Email: [Email]
Equal Opportunity Employer Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.
Visa Sponsorship Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa such as an H-1B visa.
Key Skills Business Development, Electrical Engineering, Management Experience, HVAC, Territory Management, Project Management, Quality Control, Contract Management, Budgeting, Program Development, Public Speaking, Contracts
Employment Type Full-Time
Experience Required Years
Vacancy 1
Yearly Salary $125,320 - $168,729
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Application Deadline 02/18/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time
Job Details
Positions: 1
Type: Regular
Exemption Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $125,320.00 - $168,729.60 Annual
Job Summary Idaho Power is looking for a Real Time/Day Ahead Energy Trader or Senior to join our Power Supply team. The role is critical to the communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, providing reliable and affordable energy.
Responsibilities The Energy Trader sells energy and energy products in wholesale markets on an hourly/daily basis with supervision. Key duties include outbound marketing, commercial negotiation, deliverability assessment, structuring and negotiation, credit and risk evaluation, transmission purchasing/reserving, transaction/accounting recording, delivery scheduling, generation dispatch coordination, and compliance with industry procedures and regulatory requirements. The position requires working in the Real Time (Hour Ahead) and Day Ahead markets on a variable rotating shift schedule covering a 24/7/365 trading desk.
Additional responsibilities: support natural gas energy traders, monitor market conditions, coordinate nominations, ensure reliable gas flows, manage real‑time scheduling, storage optimization, asset management, respond to operational changes, weather impacts, and system constraints. Requires strong communication with traders and system operators to maintain balanced positions, minimize risk, and support commercial and operational objectives in a fast‑paced environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Trading floor operations
Electric and natural gas grids supply and demand components and cost calculations/dispatch pricing
Interconnected transmission operations and delivery points
Emergency action procedures
Risk management principles and policies
Energy accounting and trading applications
Contracts and credit
WSPP, ISDA, NAESB agreements, OATT, and WECC requirements
EIM bidding and strategy for real‑time
WECC trading and scheduling practices/calendar
Idaho Power organization business objectives and marketing capabilities
Electric utility operations
Basic accounting and economics
Idaho Power business practices
Energy market conditions and trend analysis
Adherence to responsive times, deadlines, and time‑sensitive tasks
Entrepreneurial perspective to actively trade commodities
Detailed proficiencies in wholesale energy marketing and trading
Negotiation of transactions
Economic analysis
Resource optimization
Microsoft Office software applications
Effective oral and written communication
Documentation of transactions and job priorities
Process improvement in a rapidly evolving environment
Spreadsheet and database computer skills
Understanding of financial impact of energy trades
Creative ways to market and move energy hourly/daily
Positive proactive environment creation
Building relationships with internal and external groups
Team collaboration and participation
Communication and problem solving under stress
Adherence to schedule and attendance standards
Computer application usage for job duties
Managing trading book and earning profit
Minimum Requirements Energy Trader Education
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business or engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of training and/or experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in a business discipline
Experience
4 years in natural gas or power trading/scheduling environment
OR 4 years in natural gas or power system operations (advanced degree may substitute 1 year, NERC certification may substitute 2 years)
Preferred
4 years in power or natural gas trading/scheduling with exposure to real‑time day ahead and term trading and NERC certification
Senior Energy Trader Education
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business or engineering
OR
An equivalent combination of training and/or experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in a business discipline
Experience
6 years in natural gas or power trading environment or system operations
Advanced degree may substitute 1 year; NERC certification may substitute 2 years
Preferred: 6 years in power or natural gas trading with exposure to real‑time day ahead and term trading and NERC certification
Physical Requirements Work at a desk/computer for extended periods, use office equipment, fine motor skills (typing, dialing phones, filing). Occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. May perform additional tasks as assigned.
Additional Requirements Real Time desk: 60% of schedule, variable 12‑hour shift averaging 40 hrs/week. Day Ahead desk: 40% of schedule, 5 8‑hour days averaging 50 hrs/week with start approx 5:00 a.m. MST. Infrequent travel with overnight stays may be required. Regular and punctual attendance required.
Additional Information The Day Ahead Energy Trader may work an occasional 12‑hour shift. The Real Time Energy Trader will be required to work 12‑hour shifts.
Competencies
Building Partnerships
Communication
Customer Orientation
Decision Making
Initiating Action
Innovation
Planning and Organizing
Assistance Completing Your Application Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions or require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company. Phone: [Phone] Email: [Email]
Equal Opportunity Employer Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.
Visa Sponsorship Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa such as an H-1B visa.
Key Skills Business Development, Electrical Engineering, Management Experience, HVAC, Territory Management, Project Management, Quality Control, Contract Management, Budgeting, Program Development, Public Speaking, Contracts
Employment Type Full-Time
Experience Required Years
Vacancy 1
Yearly Salary $125,320 - $168,729
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