Director of Maintenance Jobs

Explore Director of Maintenance opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Maintenance lead teams responsible for keeping facilities, equipment, and critical infrastructure safe, reliable, and efficient. These senior roles combine strategic planning with operational oversight across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, commercial real estate, hospitality, and transportation.

What Does a Director of Maintenance Do?

A Director of Maintenance sets maintenance priorities and standards across one or more sites. Typical responsibilities include overseeing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, managing repairs and capital projects, ensuring regulatory and safety compliance, and improving equipment uptime. Directors also develop budgets, manage vendors, evaluate asset performance, and guide maintenance leaders and technicians.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive maintenance or facilities leadership experience, strong people-management skills, and a record of improving reliability and controlling costs. Relevant expertise may include asset management, work-order systems, maintenance planning, building systems, industrial equipment, and safety programs. A bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field may be preferred; requirements vary by employer and industry.

Career Outlook and Compensation

Compensation depends on industry, location, organization size, and the scope of responsibility. Director-level positions may include performance bonuses and benefits in addition to base pay. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced leaders find roles aligned with their qualifications and career goals.

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Browse Director of Maintenance listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications. Use Ladders to identify senior maintenance leadership opportunities and explore roles that match your experience.

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$225K - $275K *

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$110K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $450K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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$124K - $189K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Maintenance do?question toggle

    A Director of Maintenance leads maintenance strategy and operations, overseeing teams, preventive maintenance, repairs, budgets, vendors, safety, compliance, and asset reliability.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Maintenance jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial maintenance, facilities, or engineering experience, demonstrated leadership, and knowledge of asset reliability, safety, and budgeting. Some roles prefer a relevant bachelor’s degree or industry-specific credentials.

  • How much do Directors of Maintenance earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, industry, location, and the size and complexity of the operation. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • What industries hire Directors of Maintenance?question toggle

    Common employers include manufacturers, healthcare organizations, commercial property operators, hotels, transportation companies, and other organizations with substantial facilities or equipment.

  • How can I find Director of Maintenance jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director of Maintenance listings on Ladders, compare role requirements and compensation details, and apply to positions that fit your experience and career goals.