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
industrial electrician
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 29 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
use precision tools
install electricity sockets
electricity
use measurement instruments
work ergonomically
install electric switches
inspect electrical supplies
splice cable
react to events in time-critical environments
use safety equipment in construction
install electrical and electronic equipment
inspect construction supplies
follow health and safety procedures in construction
test electronic units
resolve equipment malfunctions
building systems monitoring technology
electrical wiring plans
Optional & specialised skills
write inspection reports
read electricity meter
solder electronics
answer requests for quotation
order electrical supplies
solar panel mounting systems
assemble electrical components
use sander
electronics
repair wiring
electricity consumption
assemble electronic units
cut wall chases
maintain electrical equipment
electrical wire accessories
electromechanics
apply coating to electrical equipment
troubleshoot
program firmware
electric generators
replace defect components
energy performance of buildings
ensure safety in electrical power operations
make electrical calculations
install lightning protection system
automation technology
electrical testing methods
install circuit breakers
keep records of work progress
Other matches: building electrician · domestic electrician · rolling stock electrician · mining electrician · street lighting electrician
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.