Dominion Energy
Hourly Trader / Senior Hourly Trader (Richmond VA)
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Job Description
- Req#: 45457
- Solid understanding of generating plant characteristics, regional transmission organization market concepts and process requirements.
- Understanding of the fundamental mechanics of electricity and transmission grid operations.
- Trading/Hedging experience in energy commodities or financial instruments is a plus.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts (including nights, weekends and holidays).
- Must possess or be able to pass RTO certification to dispatch generation and perform the functions of operations center personnel.
- Considerable working knowledge of generating plant characteristics, regional transmission organization market concepts and process requirements as well as the fundamental mechanics of electricity and transmission grid operations.
- Trading/Hedging experience in energy commodities or financial instruments is a plus.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts (including nights, weekends and holidays).
- Must possess or be able to pass RTO certification to dispatch generation and perform the functions of operations center personnel.
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.Job Summary
Conducts short-term purchase and sales transactions in an effort to minimize cost and maximize economic value of associated portfolios. Interacts with market participants to evaluate, develop, negotiate and execute business opportunities. Applies considerable working knowledge of electric market operations and trading practices and monitors markets (electric, gas and oil) information to ensure understanding of market opportunities and impacts on portfolios. Analyzes and reacts to current market and competitive conditions. Analyzes and evaluates complex energy transactions to ensure that all relevant aspects including energy price, transmission, counter party and contractual terms are favorable to and consistent with company guidelines for risk management. Interfaces with regional transmission organizations and generating plants to facilitate the operation of generating units for economic and reliability considerations. Tracks and enters all transactions into appropriate business and RTO systems by required deadlines. Understand and apply basic knowledge of generation assets and dispatch operations as they pertain to the complex rules of the ISO's and to NERC and FERC guidelines. Directs activities and provides leadership and mentoring for less experienced hourly traders.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
Hourly Trader - 3+ years directly related experience.
Sr. Hourly Trader - 5+ years directly related experience.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Bachelor
Preferred Disciplines: Accounting, Business, Engineering, FinanceOther disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Must possess or be able to pass RTO certification within 6 months from date of hire to dispatch generation and perform the functions of operations center personnel.
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76 -100%Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing RequiredExport Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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About the company
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of...