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.
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as you supervise and manage engineering projects, ensuring timely design completions and compliance with city standards. Lead a group of engineers and technicians while collaborati...
1 week ago
Maintenance & Facilities Manager
$112K - $164K *
Oversee facilities maintenance and capital improvement projects, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards while managing contractor work and leading a team to enhance operatio...
4 days ago
$75K - $100K *
Champion daily maintenance operations by leading skilled trades teams, ensuring safety, compliance, and equipment reliability through effective planning and execution of maintenance activities while f...
3 weeks ago
$93K - $154K *
Unlock potential by leading maintenance operations to ensure optimal production efficiency, safety, and compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing teams and budgets to enhance...
6 days ago
$100K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading maintenance operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Oversee equipment reliability and maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal productivity while managing a skill...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$130K - $180K *
Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and enhancing production efficiency. Oversee a skilled team, implement preventive maintenance programs, and drive...
2 weeks ago
DIRECTOR OF MOBILE MAINTENANCE - REMOTE
$170K - $175K *
Drive the growth and operational excellence of a national mobile maintenance business, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective team management across multiple markets while optimizing fin...
6 days ago
DIRECTOR OF MOBILE MAINTENANCE - REMOTE
$170K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading a national mobile maintenance operation, driving service excellence, financial performance, and team development across diverse markets while ensuring client satisfaction a...
6 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform project delivery in right-of-way management, leading teams to achieve strategic goals and ensuring compliance while fostering client relations and embracing innovation across varied regional...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that strategizes to elevate right-of-way services regionally, overseeing project management while cultivating talent, driving client satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with industry sta...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the maintenance team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Oversee preventative maintenance programs, manage contractors, ensure operational compliance, and handle budget controls while foste...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance strategies and teams to enhance safety, quality, and equipment reliability. Collaborate with leadership to optimize plant performance and manage cap...
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$175K - $225K *
Transform global planning and inventory management by leading demand forecasting, optimizing inventory, and driving S&OP processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effic...
1 week ago
Maintenance and Operations Engineer II
$99K - $121K *
Transform operations by supporting semiconductor facility systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with engineers to maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues, and enhance faci...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Maintenance Manager
$110K *
Transform your career by overseeing maintenance operations in a dynamic environment. Lead a dedicated team, ensure safety protocols, and enhance facility efficiency while managing budgets and vendor r...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing a skilled team and collaborating...
3 weeks ago
$92K - $131K *
Drive operational success by leading maintenance programs and teams in a dynamic industrial environment. Ensure excellence in safety, cost, and quality while fostering collaboration to meet production...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Resident Maintenance
$125K - $150K *
Transform your career by leading strategic operations in automated warehouse maintenance. Drive excellence in service delivery, manage P&L, and foster partnerships with clients while overseeing a high...
4 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Empower our operations by leading maintenance programs that enhance asset reliability and efficiency. Oversee a skilled team, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improvement...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by managing plant maintenance and projects to maximize equipment uptime while ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness. Lead a team and drive improvements in a dynamic environment...
1 week ago
$75K - $92K *
Lead the charge in maintaining production equipment by diagnosing complex faults, executing advanced repairs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Drive reliability and minimize downtime w...
2 weeks ago
Maintenance Supervisor - Off Shift
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations, leading a skilled team to ensure equipment reliability and safety while driving continuous improvement and efficiency in production p...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform site operations by leading high-volume reconditioning centers, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while driving strategic initiatives and continuous improvement across m...
1 week ago
Facilities Maintenance Manager
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's committed to maintaining and improving facilities excellence. You will lead a skilled crew in construction and repairs while ensuring strong budget management and adherence to safet...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a dedicated team to ensure facility excellence through effective maintenance programs, compliance with safety standards, and proactive project management. Make a significant impact in a dynamic e...
2 weeks 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.