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
fluid power technician
ESCO occupation · 14 essential, 17 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
hydraulics
secure working area
read standard blueprints
consult technical resources
record test data
operate welding equipment
fluid mechanics
perform test run
use testing equipment
install hydraulic systems
operate soldering equipment
hydraulic fluid
resolve equipment malfunctions
mechanics
Optional & specialised skills
troubleshoot
conduct routine machinery checks
write records for repairs
dispose of hazardous waste
apply technical communication skills
liaise with engineers
operate industrial equipment
provide technical documentation
provide customer information related to repairs
estimate restoration costs
prepare compliance documents
order supplies
replace defect components
operate precision measuring equipment
install electrical and electronic equipment
issue sales invoices
perform maintenance on installed equipment
Other matches: fluid power engineer · hydropower technician · power tool repair technician · biology technician · nuclear 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.