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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$100K - $120K *

Optimize equipment reliability and performance by leading maintenance planning and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure adherence to safety s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring quality service delivery, managing subcontractors, and driving client satisfaction while collaborating with leadership and teams to...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee comprehensive project scheduling activities, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines. Mentor teams, optimize workflows, and enhance project execution through strategic decision-making...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Empower our facilities team by overseeing maintenance operations, managing projects, and providing training. Ensure timely completion of projects while maintaining high standards and fostering strong...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Transform landscape maintenance operations by leading teams, driving financial performance, and enhancing client relationships. Oversee service quality, operational efficiency, and revenue growth whil...

4 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining property excellence and safety. Oversee maintenance operations for 950+ units, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and team performance while managing budgets...

2 weeks ago

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

$96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe, comfortable living environments by managing maintenance operations for multiple properties. Drive financial performance, staff development, and complianc...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Transform property maintenance operations by leading teams, ensuring compliance, and managing budgets effectively to enhance asset longevity and resident satisfaction across a sizable multi-unit resid...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $153K *

Partner with us to ensure the safe and efficient operation of a large property portfolio, leading maintenance teams to maintain property standards, manage budgets, and deliver exceptional resident ser...

4 weeks ago

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

$112K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic maintenance team to enhance equipment reliability and safety. Oversee facility operations, implement preventive strategies, and drive continuous improvement in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and minimizing downtime. Lead initiatives that enhance production efficiency while fostering a safe a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance strategies for a multi-site gas turbine fleet, ensuring reliability and availability through effective planning, troubleshooting, and technical support while...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K - $166K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading teams, developing strategic programs, and driving excellence across multiple functions while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$123K - $166K *

Shape the future of maintenance operations by leading teams, developing strategic programs, and driving excellence across multiple sites while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $112K *

Shape the future of our maintenance operations by leading a dynamic team, enhancing safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Drive results through str...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing engine assembly processes, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize production workflows and achieve strategic objec...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing fleet operations across multiple states, ensuring equipment readiness and safety compliance. Lead a team of mechanics, oversee maintenance budgets, and drive efficiency wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining a diverse fleet of heavy equipment. Oversee operations, ensure safety compliance, and lead a skilled team of mechanics while managing budgets and vendor rel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $115K *

Drive the maintenance department's efforts to ensure safe, efficient operations of recycling equipment and facilities, leading a team to minimize downtime and enhance engineering practices while manag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Accelerate plant performance by leading maintenance teams and engineering initiatives. Develop strategic business plans, mentor associates, and ensure optimal safety and compliance, while enhancing eq...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $115K *

Lead facilities management operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and financial performance while driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration between client and regional leadership...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $115K *

Advance facilities management operations by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance service excellence and operati...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance and engineering for improved reliability and performance. You'll manage a dedicated team, optimize processes, and ensure a safety-first culture whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Help us ensure aircraft safety and compliance by coordinating maintenance activities, analyzing discrepancies, and supporting operational reliability in a fast-paced, collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and safety in railroad operations. Leverage your expertise to maintain high standards, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance safety p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.