Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
bathroom fitter
ESCO occupation · 23 essential, 26 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
unload cargo
attach PEX pipe
load cargo
interpret 2D plans
types of toilets
types of piping
plan surface slope
inspect construction supplies
plumbing tools
use shims
install construction profiles
types of showers
check compatibility of materials
use measurement instruments
place sanitary equipment
check water pressure
replace faucets
use safety equipment in construction
follow health and safety procedures in construction
work ergonomically
types of bath tubs
interpret 3D plans
snap chalk line
Optional & specialised skills
dispose of non-hazardous waste
handle customer complaints
use squaring pole
process incoming construction supplies
aesthetics
demonstrate products' features
pack goods
take payments for bills
apply proofing membranes
place mirrors
operate GPS systems
road transport legislation
water pressure
set up water filtration system
vehicle cargo capacity
protect surfaces during construction work
keep personal administration
work in a construction team
install frameless glass
sort waste
maintain work area cleanliness
install PVC piping
use sander
keep records of work progress
cut wall chases
process customer orders
Other matches: kitchen and bathroom shop manager · pipe welder · fitter and turner · sprinkler fitter · carpet fitter
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.