Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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solderer
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 29 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
apply flux
torch temperature for metal processes
monitor gauge
apply soldering techniques
quality standards
remove processed workpiece
operate soldering equipment
select filler metal
prepare pieces for joining
spot metal imperfections
ensure correct metal temperature
remove inadequate workpieces
apply precision metalworking techniques
perform test run
ensure equipment availability
wear appropriate protective gear
types of metal
Optional & specialised skills
manufacturing of heating equipment
keep records of work progress
operate precision measuring equipment
handle fuels
manufacturing of small metal parts
ferrous metal processing
manufacturing of tools
maintain mechanical equipment
fuel gas
manufacturing of weapons and ammunition
types of metal manufacturing processes
ensure correct gas pressure
manufacturing of door furniture from metal
precious metal processing
manufacturing of metal household articles
perform product testing
operate brazing equipment
work ergonomically
metal joining technologies
metal smoothing technologies
use welding equipment
non-ferrous metal processing
adjust temperature gauges
apply brazing techniques
welding techniques
consult technical resources
flammable fluids
operate oxy-fuel welding torch
apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
Other matches: wave soldering machine operator · surface-mount technology machine operator · brazier · jeweller · filigree maker
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.