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Real Time Trader I, II

UNS Energy Corporation
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Dec 2025

About the role

                                                                           Position Description


To acquire and schedule generation and transmission resources in order to meet forecasted next-hour retail and wholesale demand. To represent the company in negotiations with representatives of other power marketing entities regarding bulk power transactions, including amount, price and other contract terms.

                                                                  Position-Related Responsibilities

  • Forecasts load and develops plan to fulfill load requirements using available TEP and market generating resources.
  • Determines the scheduling of electrical generation required to meet demand load requirements.
  • Responsible for buying and selling energy on a real-time basis to maximize profitability.
  • Optimizes scheduling of TEP generating resources and utilizes sales, purchases and banking of power and energy with other entities in a way that maximizes economy and reliability.
  • Negotiates with representatives of other power marketing entities for the sale or purchase of hourly power, including amount, price and other contract terms.
  • Schedules power transactions with TEP generation control supervisors.
  • Acquires and schedules transmission service with TEP transmission control supervisors and other transmission providers.
  • Interacts with regional utility companies to keep abreast of inter-utility issues and to assess short-term market conditions.
  • Interprets contract provisions with respect to rate, billing, power scheduling, and other matters of performance under the terms of contracts, as required.
  • Maintains an awareness and understanding of applicable Federal and State regulations.
  • This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

 

                                                                Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Understanding of the utility business. 
  • Working knowledge of economic and technical principles of electrical generation and transmission systems. 
  • Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and strong quantitative, analytical, and computer skills.  
  • Position entails shift work. Ability to be available at all hours whether in office or remotely due to nature of shift work. 


Real Time Energy I 

  • Minimum 1 year utility or equivalent combination of education and experience. Power or related energy trading experience preferred.
  • Ability to work with spreadsheets and various electronic platforms.
  • Ability to comprehend and execute basic energy contracts.


Real Time Energy Trader II

  • 3 years utility or power marketing experience, 1 year trading experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to comprehend and execute basic energy contracts.

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UNS Energy Corporation

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