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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$110K - $130K *

Pioneer facilities and security operations, managing vendors and budgets. Oversee maintenance, safety compliance, and improvement projects across diverse sites while responding swiftly to dynamic chal...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$76K - $119K *

Transform your career by leading a team to ensure optimal performance of facility equipment and material handling systems. Drive compliance and efficiency in a dynamic distribution environment while i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the maintenance departments, ensuring safety compliance, effective resource allocation, and minimizing downtime while fostering team engagement and delivering o...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $106K *

Optimize maintenance operations and lead teams to enhance equipment reliability, ensuring excellence in safety and productivity across multiple departments while driving continuous improvement initiat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $135K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading a skilled team to optimize equipment performance and ensure safety in a cutting-edge renewable natural gas facility, driving efficiency and sustainability i...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing maintenance and reliability processes. Oversee technical programs, ensure safety, and lead a skilled team in a dynamic industrial environment focused on renew...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $153K *

Engage in strategic asset management and maintenance excellence, leading teams to optimize reliability and performance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in a dynamic manuf...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead facilities maintenance and planning, ensuring safe, reliable operations. Drive performance through strategic scheduling, resource management, and proactive maintenance init...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join us in providing leadership and support in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive safety, production, and quality goals while fostering a strong team culture. Enhance operations through contin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $104K *

Empower healthcare facility operations by managing maintenance, quality control, and safety. Oversee subcontractors, coordinate repairs, and ensure compliance with safety standards while enhancing ser...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional HVAC project management. Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring safety compliance, document control, and financial management while fosteri...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Contribute to enhancing our safety culture and compliance through strategic leadership and hands-on supervision of safety programs across various construction sites, ensuring federal and state regulat...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$108K - $155K *

Drive maintenance excellence and reliability in a high-performing waste-to-energy facility. Lead teams, optimize asset performance, and implement strategies for safety and continuous improvement while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading product launches and managing cross-functional teams. Drive project success through effective communication and coordination with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with pro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining apartment living. Lead maintenance operations, ensuring safety and comfort for residents. Utilize your expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to enhance livi...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee all production operations, ensuring schedules are met and quality standards are upheld. Lead inspection activities, resolve bottlenecks, and engage with customers to provide timely...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Oversee and manage all production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely delivery. Lead inspection activities, engage with customers, and foster a culture of continuous improvement withi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in facility maintenance. Lead and inspire a skilled group of technicians, ensuring high performance and safety standards while fostering collaboration and ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing design-build mechanical projects, overseeing planning, budget, and procurement from contract award through closeout. Collaborate with Project Managers and coordinate with c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving successful mechanical projects. As the leader in project management, you'll ensure precise planning, budget control, and client communication from contract award to project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $94K *

Lead the charge in maintaining property operations by supervising a skilled maintenance team, ensuring timely repairs, and enhancing resident satisfaction while adhering to budgetary constraints and s...

6 days ago

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

$67K - $94K *

Champion a high-performing maintenance team to enhance property operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and resident satisfaction while managing budgets and preventive maintenance schedules effective...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance teams to ensure asset functionality and quality. Oversee logistics, training, and performance metrics while fostering a safe work environment and de...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $87K *

Champion efficiency by maintaining and repairing production equipment in a regulated environment. Leverage your mechanical and electrical expertise to enhance operations, mentor team members, and driv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$93K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing public infrastructure by leading fleet maintenance operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and high performance while fostering a culture of teamwork and con...

4 days ago

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

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.