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
crossing guard
ESCO occupation · 10 essential, 16 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
interpret traffic signals
escort pedestrians across streets
road traffic laws
use signalling equipment
traffic signs
stay alert
local geography
react calmly in stressful situations
monitor traffic flow
regulate traffic
Optional & specialised skills
work in shifts
write signalling reports
handle conflicts
educate public on road safety
assist emergency services
manage major incidents
deal with aggressive behaviour
tolerate stress
ensure public safety and security
report unsafe behaviour
stop speeding vehicles
record license plates of violators
inform drivers of detour routes
provide first aid
instruct public
act as contact person during equipment incident
Other matches: level crossing signalperson · security guard · security guard supervisor · armoured car guard · life guard
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.