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
street lighting electrician
ESCO occupation · 9 essential, 16 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
electric current
transmission towers
wear appropriate protective gear
install power lines
electrical discharge
repair underground power cables
electrical power safety regulations
work ergonomically
inspect underground power cables
Optional & specialised skills
assess areas for power line installation
ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
electricity consumption
respond to electrical power contingencies
read electricity meter
inspect overhead power lines
repair overhead power lines
power engineering
inspect construction supplies
test procedures in electricity transmission
handle veterinary emergencies
follow safety procedures when working at heights
maintain electrical equipment
advise on safety improvements
calculate needs for construction supplies
ensure safety in electrical power operations
Other matches: domestic electrician · industrial electrician · rolling stock electrician · street artist · mining 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.