A commenter suggested Equinix as an alternative to AWS for direct employment in data center roles in the Frankfurt area, implying they are actively hiring.

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        "author": "francismorex",
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        "excerpt": "From what I know AWS isn't hiring directly for those roles, only DCEO/EOT. I will also be looking at DC roles but in the 3rd party companies. If you want direct employment you will have better luck with Equinix, Digital Realty or Google in Hanau.",
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        "author": "Any-Sheepherder-2",
        "excerpt": "I am also looking for auch position ,I have mechanical background",
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        "author": "Drag0and1Drop",
        "excerpt": "Already based in Frankfurt? German speaker? Than maybe firstcolo will be an alternative. But at AWS the fluctuation is high, almost every month they have ne positions available, just keep applying",
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    "post_text": "Hi everyone,\n\nDoes anyone know when AWS Frankfurt might start hiring again for Data Center Technician roles?\n\nI’m currently looking for opportunities in this field and would really appreciate any information about upcoming hiring, job openings, or recruitment plans.\n\nIf anyone working at AWS or in the Frankfurt data center area has any information, I’d be grateful if you could share.\n\nAlso, if anyone is able to refer me for a Data Center Technician position, I’d really appreciate the help. Happy to share my CV and details via DM.\n\nThanks in advance! 🙏",
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