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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring operational excellence and safety in maintenance. Lead initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and foster a motivated workforce while adhering to quality...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the strategic execution of maintenance and facilities management across North America Distribution Centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to optimize operational reliability...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $95K *

Drive efficient facility operations by leading maintenance and housekeeping teams. Oversee service delivery, manage outsourced providers, and ensure compliance with safety standards while fostering a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$165K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...

Raynham, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $185K *

Discover the opportunity to lead integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio, overseeing operations, compliance, and financial performance while fostering strong stakeholder relati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$77K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining safe and efficient facilities for effective teaching and learning. Oversee maintenance operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance with safety standards...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower our maintenance organization by leading teams across North America, standardizing best practices, and enhancing support for complex automation solutions in a dynamic, multi-site environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $119K *

Champion safety in line maintenance operations by overseeing teams, coordinating SMS activities, and ensuring compliance with standards, while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $114K *

Lead a skilled maintenance team to ensure optimal performance of CNC machining equipment. Oversee preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain communication with production teams while en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of maintenance and reliability initiatives, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement in manufacturing operations while leading a skilled team to enhance equipment effectivene...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Quality Control department to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, coordinate inspections, oversee personnel training, and maintain operational efficiency for safe aircraft service release...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $140K *

Lead the charge in excellence by managing plant operations and maintenance activities, prioritizing safety and compliance while fostering teamwork and operational efficiency in a dynamic healthcare en...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Optimize maintenance and engineering strategies to enhance asset reliability, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic industrial environment. Ensure efficient project execution and b...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$86K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the operational readiness of MQ-9 aircraft through meticulous maintenance oversight, coordination, and communication with government representatives to meet mi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine asset management by leading a dynamic team to enhance facility performance, drive profitability, and ensure operational excellence across multiple customer sites while fostering strategic pa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading asset management strategies across multiple sites. Drive performance, optimize operations, and enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance and safety in a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $171K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee asset management strategies, ensuring optimal performance and profitability across multiple customer sites while leading a dedicated team in achieving operational excell...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $87K *

Elevate your career by maintaining and optimizing production equipment in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure operational efficiency and uphold safety stan...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $172K *

Drive a safety-first culture while leading maintenance operations, enhancing team performance, and ensuring plant reliability. Guide strategic initiatives for operational excellence in a dynamic manuf...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $93K *

Lead a dynamic team of multi-skilled technicians to ensure operational excellence in facility and production maintenance. Drive safety, compliance, and quality while fostering a high-performance work...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K *

Advance facility operations by performing preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems. Ensure compliance with safety standards while enhancing client satisfaction thro...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Champion our maintenance operations by leading a skilled team, implementing preventive programs, and ensuring optimal equipment performance to support production goals across the facility...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $140K *

Oversee daily manufacturing operations for composite airframe structures and UAS. Lead a team of technicians, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining safety, quality, and compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate operational excellence by leading maintenance teams in a dynamic environment. Oversee aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring compliance and safety while driving performance and fostering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Optimize maintenance operations by leading and mentoring teams for equipment safety, regulatory compliance, and effective project execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.