Energy Supply Trader
Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Energy Supply Trader
Job Type:
Business Operations
Pay Range
$110,656 to $152,152
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Date First Posted
2/10/26
Applications are being accepted through: 2/23/26
*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.
Energy Supply Trader
This job is eligible for relocation assistance to the Colorado Springs area.
Do you have experience with natural gas trading and/or scheduling? Are you familiar with using Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems? If so, this may be the opportunity for you! As an
Energy Supply Trader , you'll be responsible for short-term trading, scheduling, releasing idle transportation capacity, researching, planning, and evaluating resource supply systems and economic factors to optimize resources and reliability. If you possess knowledge of gas and coal commodities markets and resources, and are passionate about maintaining the safety, system reliability, and low-cost mission of our organization, we want to hear from you!
Please note that this position will be filled at either a
Trader ($110,656 to $138,320)
OR
Senior Trader ($121,742 to $152,152)
based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
What Else Will You be Doing?
Negotiating short-term purchases and sales and delivery contracts to ensure demand is met
Performing analyses to predict and plan for load, supply resources, and/or reserve obligations
Scheduling, re-routing, and confirming natural gas using transportation, storage, and peaking contracts across multiple interstate and intrastate pipelines through the nomination and confirmation process
Avoiding pipeline penalties and managing imbalance differences between pipelines, storage providers, suppliers, and buyers
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with pipelines, suppliers, and markets to facilitate the uninterrupted flow of gas and resolve discrepancies
Responding to changing load and supply resource situations
Monitoring and collecting market intelligence impacting transportation and storage
Arranging for transportation, storage, and other services associated with sales and purchases
Researching and adhering to industry regulations, scheduling practices, contract terms and conditions, and applicable tariffs (e.g., FERC)
Structuring and executing natural gas transactions across daily, monthly, and short-term to ensure system reliability
Please note that this position requires participating in after-hours and weekend on-call rotation, which includes reviewing each cycle for cuts, adjusting gas movements as needed, submitting last-cycle nominations, and coordinating with Real-Time Traders, interstate pipelines, Gas Control, and counterparties.
Who You Are
Knowledge of Rockies pipeline systems, basis markets, tariffs, storage, nominations, and physical logistics
Experience with Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems and related analytical software products
Experience with scheduling and/or trading natural gas across multiple interstate pipelines
Knowledge of natural gas/coal/propane and diesel marketing principles; applicable regulations (e.g., FERC, NAESB); commodity management; and analytical and evaluation techniques of complex data
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
ATTENTION :
All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affir… (full legal statement omitted for brevity).
Accessibility Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.
E-Verify and Right to Work Notice Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/. If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.
Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.
Job Type: Business Operations
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Job Type:
Business Operations
Pay Range
$110,656 to $152,152
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Date First Posted
2/10/26
Applications are being accepted through: 2/23/26
*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.
Energy Supply Trader
This job is eligible for relocation assistance to the Colorado Springs area.
Do you have experience with natural gas trading and/or scheduling? Are you familiar with using Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems? If so, this may be the opportunity for you! As an
Energy Supply Trader , you'll be responsible for short-term trading, scheduling, releasing idle transportation capacity, researching, planning, and evaluating resource supply systems and economic factors to optimize resources and reliability. If you possess knowledge of gas and coal commodities markets and resources, and are passionate about maintaining the safety, system reliability, and low-cost mission of our organization, we want to hear from you!
Please note that this position will be filled at either a
Trader ($110,656 to $138,320)
OR
Senior Trader ($121,742 to $152,152)
based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
What Else Will You be Doing?
Negotiating short-term purchases and sales and delivery contracts to ensure demand is met
Performing analyses to predict and plan for load, supply resources, and/or reserve obligations
Scheduling, re-routing, and confirming natural gas using transportation, storage, and peaking contracts across multiple interstate and intrastate pipelines through the nomination and confirmation process
Avoiding pipeline penalties and managing imbalance differences between pipelines, storage providers, suppliers, and buyers
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with pipelines, suppliers, and markets to facilitate the uninterrupted flow of gas and resolve discrepancies
Responding to changing load and supply resource situations
Monitoring and collecting market intelligence impacting transportation and storage
Arranging for transportation, storage, and other services associated with sales and purchases
Researching and adhering to industry regulations, scheduling practices, contract terms and conditions, and applicable tariffs (e.g., FERC)
Structuring and executing natural gas transactions across daily, monthly, and short-term to ensure system reliability
Please note that this position requires participating in after-hours and weekend on-call rotation, which includes reviewing each cycle for cuts, adjusting gas movements as needed, submitting last-cycle nominations, and coordinating with Real-Time Traders, interstate pipelines, Gas Control, and counterparties.
Who You Are
Knowledge of Rockies pipeline systems, basis markets, tariffs, storage, nominations, and physical logistics
Experience with Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems and related analytical software products
Experience with scheduling and/or trading natural gas across multiple interstate pipelines
Knowledge of natural gas/coal/propane and diesel marketing principles; applicable regulations (e.g., FERC, NAESB); commodity management; and analytical and evaluation techniques of complex data
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
Our Commitment to Our Employees Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
ATTENTION :
All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affir… (full legal statement omitted for brevity).
Accessibility Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.
E-Verify and Right to Work Notice Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/. If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.
Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.
Job Type: Business Operations
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