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.
Regional Manager of Facility Operations
$82K - $90K *
Lead a dynamic team to ensure operational excellence across multiple Assisted Living Facilities. Drive service quality, foster strong relationships, and implement effective solutions while maintaining...
2 weeks ago
$96K - $104K *
Elevate your career as a Maintenance Electrician, ensuring optimal performance of industrial electrical systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to a...
Reposted today
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in engineering oversight and project management for facility processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while driving improvements in safety and efficiency across multip...
Reposted 6 days ago
Manufacturing & Technology Production Coordinator
$80K - $100K *
Empower efficiency by coordinating fabrication workflows, optimizing production schedules, and integrating technology solutions in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with teams to enhanc...
4 days ago
Assistant Maintenance Superintendent
$98K - $147K *
Lead the charge in public works maintenance, overseeing diverse operations and crew development. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality service delivery while managing budgets, contracts, and e...
2 weeks ago
$91K - $137K *
Join us in transforming workplace environments by leading a dynamic maintenance team. You'll develop strategies, solve challenges, and foster a culture of excellence, ensuring safety and efficiency ac...
1 week ago
$119K - $137K *
Engage in advanced technical maintenance and support for distribution center systems, covering automation, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC functions, ensuring seamless operations and facility upkeep...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Mgr., Maintenance, I&E. and Facilities
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to manage utilities, infrastructure, and maintenance across multiple sites, ensuring operational efficiency, budget adherence, and high-quality service delivery while leading a ski...
Reposted today
$70K - $97K *
Shape the future of our maintenance operations by leading teams to optimize preventive and corrective measures, driving equipment reliability, and enhancing production efficiency across the facility f...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $90K *
Champion a dedicated maintenance team to ensure commuter coaches and locomotives are safe, reliable, and efficient. Collaborate across departments to oversee repairs, manage schedules, and drive opera...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing and optimizing Equipment Services operations nationally, ensuring efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction in a dynamic 24/7 environment while fost...
3 weeks ago
$86K - $111K *
Champion a dynamic Maintenance Department, providing technical direction and leadership while focusing on safety, operational excellence, and team development to meet quality and performance objective...
3 weeks ago
Director of Landscape Maintenance Operations and Quality
$90K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by leading landscape maintenance teams, enhancing client satisfaction, and fostering employee development through tailored training and mentorship. Collaborate across all...
1 week ago
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
$129K - $193K *
Transform operational management by enhancing performance, ensuring equipment reliability, and coordinating maintenance staffing to meet business needs. Foster a safety-driven culture while guiding st...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
$129K - $193K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations and ensuring reliability in power generation. Lead maintenance efforts, budget preparations, and safety protocols while mentoring skilled personne...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Power Plant Maintenance Manager
$121K - $182K *
Advance your career by managing safe operations at a generation plant. Oversee maintenance staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize processes for efficiency and reliability in a dynamic, team...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of engineering in hospitality by leading a skilled team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving efficiency while minimizing costs and downtime across all technical systems...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety and efficiency in maintenance operations. Oversee skilled craft personnel, manage complex projects, and ensure compliance while fostering a positive wo...
1 week ago
Warehouse Automation Maintenance Manager
$110K - $115K *
Shape the future of warehouse automation by leading maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance of advanced systems. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration in a fast-paced, high-vol...
1 week ago
$120K - $140K *
Advance your career by leading technical governance and engineering support for critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement through collaboration with cross-function...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Transform the operational landscape by ensuring technical governance and engineering excellence across critical facilities, driving safety, availability, and continuous improvement through collaborati...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Manage your career with a pivotal role in facilities engineering, ensuring operational readiness and technical governance across critical infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Optimize your career by leading technical governance and engineering support for critical facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and continuous improvement...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Shape the future of critical facilities engineering by driving technical governance, enhancing operational readiness, and ensuring high standards across infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's driving project success in electrical construction. Oversee multiple projects, manage budgets, and collaborate with clients and teams to ensure timely and cost-effective completion...
3 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.