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
electricity distribution worker
ESCO occupation · 12 essential, 15 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
inspect underground power cables
inspect overhead power lines
electrical power safety regulations
electrical discharge
transmission towers
wear appropriate protective gear
electricity
repair overhead power lines
work ergonomically
electric current
repair underground power cables
install power lines
Optional & specialised skills
inspect construction supplies
follow safety procedures when working at heights
read electricity meter
electricity consumption
assess areas for power line installation
respond to electrical power contingencies
test procedures in electricity transmission
ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
enforce safety procedures when working at heights
ensure safety in electrical power operations
power engineering
transport construction supplies
advise on safety improvements
calculate needs for construction supplies
maintain electrical equipment
Other matches: electrical transmission system operator · power production plant operator · overhead line worker · cable jointer · power plant control room operator
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.