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You will make recommendations to Crude Oil Traders on trading positions and pricing strategies, while contributing to the development of functional strategy and leads others to resolve unique ...

You will make recommendations to Crude Oil Traders on trading positions and pricing strategies, while contributing to the development of functional strategy and leads others to resolve unique ...

You will make recommendations to Crude Oil Traders on trading positions and pricing strategies, while contributing to the development of functional strategy and leads others to resolve unique ...

Company Description Veteran Energy Transport & Trading is a leader in the gathering and transportation of crude oil and condensate throughout the Permian Basin. We are a rapidly growing company with ...

Crude Oil Driver

Pecos, TX · On-site

$275 - $325/day

Company Description Veteran Energy Transport & Trading is a leader in the gathering and transportation of crude oil and condensate throughout the Permian Basin. We are a rapidly growing company with ...

Crude Oil Driver

Pecos, TX · On-site

$285 - $325/day

Company Description Veteran Energy Transport & Trading is a leader in the gathering and transportation of crude oil and condensate throughout the Permian Basin. We are a rapidly growing company with ...

Company Description Veteran Energy Transport & Trading is a leader in the gathering and transportation of crude oil and condensate throughout the Permian Basin. We are a rapidly growing company with ...

Trader, Wholesale Asphalt

Houston, TX · On-site

$175K - $214K/yr

Experience in oil, logistics, trading, roofing, and/or road construction industries * Proficient with SAP or similar system * Critical skills for the role include: * Proactive and self-motivated

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How much do oil trading job jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil trading job in the United States is $15.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is oil trading a good career?

Oil trading is a competitive field that involves buying and selling crude oil and petroleum products, often requiring strong analytical skills, market knowledge, and risk management abilities. It can offer high earning potential but also involves significant market volatility and pressure, making it suitable for individuals with a background in finance, economics, or related fields. Success in this career often depends on experience, certifications, and understanding of global energy markets.

How much do oil traders get paid?

Oil traders typically earn between $70,000 and $150,000 annually, with experienced professionals and those in senior roles earning higher salaries that can exceed $200,000 including bonuses. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, and performance, and often includes bonuses tied to trading profits.

How much money can you make trading oil?

Oil traders' salaries vary widely based on experience, performance, and the size of the trading firm, with many earning from $70,000 to over $200,000 annually. Successful traders who manage large volumes or work in high-pressure environments can earn significantly more through bonuses and profit sharing. Strong analytical skills, market knowledge, and risk management are essential for higher earnings in oil trading roles.

What is the difference between Oil Trading Job vs Oil Sales Executive?

AspectOil Trading JobOil Sales Executive
Required CredentialsDegree in Business, Economics, or related field; certifications like IMC or similarDegree in Business, Marketing, or related field; sales certifications beneficial
Work EnvironmentTrading floors, offices, financial marketsClient meetings, sales offices, industry events
Employer & Industry UsageTrading companies, oil firms, financial institutionsOil companies, trading firms, energy sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Oil Trading Jobs focus on buying and selling crude oil and derivatives in financial markets, analyzing market trends, and managing risk. Oil Sales Executives primarily handle client relationships, promote oil products, and close sales deals. While both roles require industry knowledge and related credentials, their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly, catering to different aspects of the oil industry.

What jobs pay $500,000 a year in the US?

In oil trading, senior roles such as chief traders, trading directors, or high-level executives can earn $500,000 or more annually, especially with bonuses and profit-sharing. These positions typically require extensive experience, strong negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of market analysis and risk management.
More about Oil Trading Job jobs
Infographic showing various Oil Trading Job job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,578 per year, or $15.7 per hour.
Crude Representative

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


HF Sinclair rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 75 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Basic Function

HF Sinclair is seeking a Crude Representative in Dallas, TX. In this role, you will conduct in-depth analysis of Global Crude Oil markets, with a focus on North America.  You will make recommendations to Crude Oil Traders on trading positions and pricing strategies, while contributing to the development of functional strategy and leads others to resolve unique problems.

Job Duties
  • Works closely with Crude Traders to develop trading strategies.
  • Builds consensus on strategy and recommends best practices to improve gross margin for Crude Oil Supply and Trading.
  • Works independently and keeps management informed while operating within authorized parameters.
  • Cooperates with company entities to identify, negotiate and implement commercial opportunities.
  • Recommends purchase and sale contracts to maximize margin related to pricing differentials and asset backed trading.
  • Recommends transportation agreements and transportation strategies for crude oil as needed.
  • Monitors purchases and determines growth opportunities.
  • Evaluates market options through various industry periodicals and marketing companies.
  • Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices for improvement.
  • Reviews purchased crude oil volumes and pipeline transportation invoices.  Reconciles volumes and invoices for Customs reporting.
  • Provides purchase and transportation agreement administration for various marketing and transport companies.
  • Maintains and reviews pipeline rate and rules tariffs as they relate to each facility.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of 2 years of experience in either commodity marketing, scheduling or analysis in the petroleum industry. 

Preferred Experience

Crude oil or other commodity purchasing, trading, scheduling, negotiating and selling experience preferred. Strong working knowledge for North American crude oil markets preferred.

Education Level

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, engineering or a technical related field, is required. 

Required Skills

Self-starter with drive and ability to achieve planned objectives.  Strong creative, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal.  Ability to create mutual respect with peers and a positive work environment, perform a variety of assignments as related to assigned product, and multi-task.  Working knowledge of Microsoft products and general SAP end user experience.  Excellent computer skills.  Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with others, in both written and verbal communication. Ability to communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view. Working understanding of supply and distribution. 

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

None

Work Conditions

Office based with travel required up to 20% by land or air.  Subject to varying road and weather conditions.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.

Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization.

We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.


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