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Optimus

Natural Gas Trader, Northeast

Houston, TX · On-site

Our client is seeking a Senior Natural Gas Trader to lead trading activities across the Northeast market, developing and executing strategies that maximize the value of a diverse natural gas ...

Tcenergy

NYMEX Natural Gas Trader

Houston, TX

Your expertise in trading natural gas futures, swaps, and options, as well as analytical skills around fundamentals & quantitative price curve analysis will be essential to developing and maintaining ...

TC Energy

NYMEX Natural Gas Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

Your expertise in trading natural gas futures, swaps, and options, as well as analytical skills around fundamentals & quantitative price curve analysis will be essential to developing and maintaining ...

CarbonBetter

Natural Gas Trader - Gulf Region

Austin, TX · On-site

$180 - $320/hr

Overview of Role: We're looking for an entrepreneurial trader who wants to build and scale a physical natural gas business with the backing of an established company. You'll have the autonomy to ...

Labor Finders

Natural Gas Technician

Claxton, GA · On-site

Seeking a candidate for a Natural Gas Technician position. Location: Claxton, Ga Pay Rate: $13 per hour Requirements: * Basic knowledge of natural gas systems * Basic knowledge of safety standards

Oneok, Inc.

Trader - Natural Gas (Mid Con)

Houston, TX · On-site

Actively manage and optimize natural gas positions and transactions to enhance portfolio performance while maintaining appropriate risk discipline. * Identify and execute commercial opportunities ...

ONEOK, Inc

Trader - Natural Gas (Mid Con)

Houston, TX · On-site

Actively manage and optimize natural gas positions and transactions to enhance portfolio performance while maintaining appropriate risk discipline. * Identify and execute commercial opportunities ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for natural gas in the United States is $115,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $122,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a natural gas job?

A Natural Gas job involves working in the extraction, production, transportation, distribution, or regulation of natural gas. Positions can range from field technicians and engineers to analysts and safety inspectors. These roles ensure the safe and efficient delivery of natural gas to homes, businesses, and power plants. Many jobs require technical skills, industry certifications, and knowledge of environmental and safety regulations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a natural gas operations role?

Daily responsibilities in a natural gas operations role often include monitoring and maintaining pipeline integrity, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordinating with field teams and control center staff. You may be required to analyze system data, respond to alarms or irregularities, and participate in regular equipment inspections and preventative maintenance. Collaboration with engineers, technicians, and regulatory agencies is common to ensure operational efficiency and safety. This role often involves both office and fieldwork, providing a dynamic, hands-on work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the natural gas position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the natural gas industry, you typically need a background in engineering, energy management, or geoscience, often supported by a relevant degree or technical certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, pipeline monitoring tools, and safety protocols such as OSHA regulations is necessary. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help professionals collaborate and address issues efficiently. These skills ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations throughout the supply chain in this critical energy sector.

Is natural gas a good career?

Natural gas careers involve working in extraction, processing, and distribution, often requiring technical skills and safety training. These jobs can offer stable employment and competitive wages, especially for those with relevant certifications and experience in the energy industry.
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Infographic showing various Natural Gas job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,000 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Natural Gas Trader

Caturus Management Services, LLC

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Natural Gas Trader
Department: Marketing & Trading
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US TX Houston - Corporate Office
Description
About Us:
The Caturus platform founded by Kimmeridge - an alternative asset manager focused on the energy sector - supports Kimmeridge's overarching goal of providing low-cost energy on demand with the lowest carbon footprint.
Kimmeridge's vision in creating Caturus is to build the only independent, fully integrated natural gas and LNG export platform in the U.S. through a combination of its upstream operations and via Commonwealth LNG, a 9.5 million tonnes per annum liquefied natural gas export terminal in southwestern Louisiana on the U.S. Gulf Coast. The combined entities are committed to delivering responsibly sourced, low-emission fuel to domestic and international markets.
Caturus is a Houston-based, private exploration and production company seeking to materially grow production through development of deep, high pressure, dry gas windows of the Eagle Ford and Austin Chalk, as well as Haynesville formations located in Texas and Louisiana while maintaining a relentless focus on safety.
Commonwealth LNG was founded by industry veterans who decided to re-engineer the LNG construction model. Using proven best practices, Commonwealth is committed to building a world-class LNG export facility while focusing on safety, managing risk and achieving best-in-class environmental standards.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Natural Gas Trader will execute natural gas sales and purchases within the delegated authority. The successful candidate will develop trading strategies, processes and procedures to increase the value of Caturus equity and third-party production as well as developing trading strategies around Caturus's Commonwealth LNG plant. The Natural Gas Trader will be responsible for managing activities across interstate and intrastate pipelines while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and operational requirements.
Key Accountabilities:
  • Develop short- and long-term trading strategies, including technical or fundamental supporting analysis.
  • Build new counterparty relationships while advancing existing relationships through honest, straightforward dealings.
  • Execute monthly bid week transactions, focusing on value protection, market diversification, and flow assurance.
  • Coordinate with operations, accounting, and production teams to ensure accurate gas movement and reporting.
  • Maintain compliance with pipeline tariffs, contracts, FERC regulations, and company policies.
  • Identify and resolve scheduling discrepancies, volume variances, and transportation constraints.
  • Communicate regularly with pipeline representatives, producers, suppliers, and markets.
  • Support month-end close activities, invoicing validation, and reporting requirements.
  • Contribute toward ETRM selection and implementation process.
  • Assist in developing process improvements and operational efficiencies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education, Certificates, and Licenses:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, or a related discipline.

Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in the natural gas markets, 2 years trading experience preferred.
  • Experience working with multiple electronic bulletin boards (EBBs) and ETRM systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong communication, customer-facing experience, and understanding of upstream/downstream pipeline operations.
  • Consistently able to meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent data management and organization capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ETRM and various EBBs.
  • Ability to provide evening and weekend support as needed.
  • Strong time management skills.

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