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
construction equipment technician
ESCO occupation · 14 essential, 28 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
operate welding equipment
record test data
use testing equipment
resolve equipment malfunctions
operate soldering equipment
mechanics
manage heavy equipment
perform test run
perform machine maintenance
construction equipment related to building materials
keep heavy construction equipment in good condition
monitor heavy machinery
conduct routine machinery checks
consult technical resources
Optional & specialised skills
maintain forestry equipment
inspect heavy surface mining equipment
troubleshoot
apply technical communication skills
use safety equipment in construction
advise on safety improvements
estimate restoration costs
install pneumatic systems
electronics
write records for repairs
perform risk analysis
write inspection reports
install hydraulic systems
secure working area
manage inspections of equipment
maintain electronic equipment
maintain hydraulic systems
maintain electrical equipment
hydraulics
advise on mine equipment
install electrical and electronic equipment
order supplies
pneumatics
prepare compliance documents
construction products
wood products
provide technical training
construction industry
Other matches: surveying technician · solid waste operator · power lines supervisor · performance rental technician · agricultural machinery technician
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.