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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$83K - $125K *
Lead the charge in facility management, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance while overseeing maintenance, vendor relations, and team performance to deliver best-in-class service in a dynami...
Yesterday
$120K - $130K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by mentoring a skilled team, managing budgets, and ensuring safety standards while enhancing guest experiences through strategic maintenance and renovations...
Today
$100K - $130K *
Transform facility operations by overseeing maintenance programs, ensuring compliance, managing vendors, and leading a team to support efficient store environments across multiple locations...
4 days ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Deliver strategic maintenance solutions by guiding regional teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability across distribution centers, driving innovation and continuous improvement while fosteri...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance strategies and teams across the region. Collaborate with management to minimize downtime, enhance service quality, and optimize facility performance...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Manage and optimize maintenance processes across regional distribution centers. Lead strategic initiatives and teams to minimize downtime and enhance operational reliability while driving continuous i...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Drive engineering excellence and operational reliability across a regional network. Collaborate with senior management and site teams to optimize maintenance strategies, enforce standards, and lead co...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$92K - $110K *
Develop and execute maintenance strategies to optimize engineering performance and reliability across distribution centers. Collaborate with management, mentor teams, and lead improvement projects whi...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Lead Regional Maintenance Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Partner with us to enhance engineering excellence and operational reliability in our distribution centers. You will drive maintenance strategies, oversee teams, and lead continuous improvement initiat...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Manager Maintenance - Mechanical
$116K - $145K *
Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing maintenance operations, guiding a skilled team to enhance equipment reliability and safety while driving performance and accountability in a fast-pac...
1 week ago
Production Manager Fabrication and Facilities
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing fabrication operations and facility management. Lead efforts in production, safety, and cost efficiency while developing personnel and ensuring compliance wi...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $135K *
Lead the maintenance function at a large automated fulfillment center. Drive reliability and safety for all equipment and systems while overseeing a skilled team. Collaborate with departments to enhan...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director of Fleet Maintenance - UPNY Market
$160K - $190K *
Drive operational excellence by leading fleet maintenance across multiple locations, ensuring reliability and performance while fostering team accountability and continuous improvement. Collaborate wi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manufacturing Maintenance Manager
$140K - $150K *
Drive operational excellence by managing maintenance teams, optimizing preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment reliability to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives...
Reposted today
Supervisor, Aircraft Line Maintenance Hub
$103K - $134K *
Lead the charge in aircraft maintenance supervision, orchestrating teams to ensure timely, safe, and compliant repairs, while fostering strong relationships with regulatory bodies and suppliers. Drive...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Assistant Manager, Physical Plant and Maintenance (PABT)
$119K - $191K *
Lead the management of maintenance and construction programs, ensuring facility integrity and compliance. Oversee budgets, contracts, and staff performance while coordinating with various departments...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform the landscape of right-of-way projects by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with laws, and driving client satisfaction while cultivating innovative solutions in a collaborative env...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Maintenance Manager - Industrial
$115K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing maintenance operations for a state-of-the-art industrial facility. Oversee preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure optimal performance while collaborat...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing client relationships, and achieving financial goals. Join us to shape the future of service delivery and foster a culture of growth an...
1 week ago
$96K - $120K *
Champion a high-performing maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Drive continuous improvement and technical problem-solving to enhance equipment reliability and min...
2 weeks ago
$96K - $120K *
Lead and develop a maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Drive continuous improvement and technical problem-solving to enhance equipment reliability and performance...
2 weeks ago
Superintendent, Maintenance & Operations
$136K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe and reliable subway power systems. Oversee maintenance and operations of substations, coordinate emergency responses, and manage capital contracts to enha...
4 days ago
$80K - $84K *
Join us to lead a dynamic Building Maintenance Team, ensuring the safety and operational readiness of resort facilities. Oversee maintenance, manage budgets, and drive compliance while fostering a pos...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee facility maintenance, manage contractors, and ensure operational excellence in a large industrial refrigerated warehouse. Drive efficiency and safety through proacti...
1 week ago
$91K - $137K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading a maintenance team to enhance safety, efficiency, and performance. Drive strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving while fostering a supportive culture...
4 days ago
What does a Director of Maintenance do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Director of Maintenance listings on Ladders, compare role requirements and compensation details, and apply to positions that fit your experience and career goals.