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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$67K - $93K *

Optimize collections processes by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer relations. Drive revenue recovery while fostering a collaborative environment and addressing escal...

Quebec, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee benefits through expert administration, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and external partners to ensure excepti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Execute accurate coding practices to ensure compliance and optimal reimbursement in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with clinical teams to maintain integrity and efficiency in revenue cy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$195K - $240K *

Champion the growth of NeoCloud sales by building a dedicated team and strategy to secure key accounts, drive long-term contracts, and enhance customer relationships in a dynamic, AI-driven market...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $158K *

Drive product ownership excellence by leading a team of Product Owners, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring Agile practices are followed to maximize value delivery and meet business needs in a dynamic...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $235K *

Unlock the future of commercial operations by leading integrated pricing, contract negotiations, and deal management for a $250M ARR business. Drive redesign initiatives, optimize processes with AI, a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $123K *

Champion financial excellence by providing strategic analysis and consulting to enhance operational efficiency and revenue growth. Collaborate with leaders to redesign processes, ensuring compliance a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you collaborate on innovative electrical designs, progressing from basic tasks to complex projects while ensuring quality and efficiency in a supportive environment...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to execute complex industrial automation service tasks, ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality technical support and identifying growth opportunities within the...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $243K *

Lead the charge in managing industrial development initiatives, ensuring compliance with international regulations while fostering relationships with global partners. Oversee program implementation, b...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic leadership and oversight for a portfolio of renewable energy projects. Manage a team of project managers while ensuring successful project execution, stakeholder collaboration, and ali...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $177K *

Champion the delivery of safe, quality outage services and upgrades, ensuring customer satisfaction and project profitability while navigating a complex, matrixed environment in the nuclear power sect...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $104K *

Optimize your career by providing expert service and support for Data Center equipment. This role involves extensive travel, troubleshooting, and project management, ensuring customer satisfaction thr...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $140K *

Champion operational excellence by managing the production pipeline and partner communications for high-impact programs. Drive efficiency, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery while collaboratin...

Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $155K *

Optimize regional operations by managing 15-20 locations, driving efficiency and service quality through strategic process improvements and cross-functional collaboration, while ensuring a seamless cu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.