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
mechanics
resolve equipment malfunctions
keep heavy construction equipment in good condition
perform machine maintenance
record test data
consult technical resources
perform test run
conduct routine machinery checks
use testing equipment
construction equipment related to building materials
operate welding equipment
manage heavy equipment
operate soldering equipment
monitor heavy machinery
Optional & specialised skills
use safety equipment in construction
advise on mine equipment
wood products
write inspection reports
provide technical training
construction products
install hydraulic systems
electronics
install pneumatic systems
manage inspections of equipment
maintain forestry equipment
maintain electronic equipment
perform risk analysis
maintain hydraulic systems
prepare compliance documents
estimate restoration costs
apply technical communication skills
troubleshoot
hydraulics
secure working area
construction industry
maintain electrical equipment
write records for repairs
inspect heavy surface mining equipment
install electrical and electronic equipment
pneumatics
advise on safety improvements
order supplies
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.