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
monitor traffic flow
local geography
interpret traffic signals
road traffic laws
regulate traffic
stay alert
use signalling equipment
escort pedestrians across streets
traffic signs
react calmly in stressful situations
Optional & specialised skills
act as contact person during equipment incident
manage major incidents
tolerate stress
inform drivers of detour routes
report unsafe behaviour
write signalling reports
stop speeding vehicles
record license plates of violators
instruct public
ensure public safety and security
handle conflicts
educate public on road safety
provide first aid
assist emergency services
work in shifts
deal with aggressive behaviour
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.