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.
$68K - $98K *
Lead the charge in frontline operations, driving team performance and process adherence while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment...
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MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT OFFICER
$95K - $115K *
Lead and empower the Aircraft Maintenance Division, collaborating with the Division Chief to oversee operations, develop policies, and ensure effective maintenance practices across command-wide activi...
1 week ago
Protection & Controls Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead Protection & Controls projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables and effective customer coordination. Collaborate with teams to manage project risks and del...
4 days ago
$147K - $184K *
Manage 24/7 facility operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while minimizing customer disruptions. Lead staff, coordinate emergency responses, and implement traffic strategies to enhance service q...
1 week ago
$85K - $115K *
Lead the charge in maintaining facility operations by executing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance func...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $206K *
Join a dedicated team overseeing light rail vehicle maintenance and operations, ensuring optimal performance through effective management strategies, contractor oversight, and adherence to industry st...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading comprehensive facilities operations across multiple locations, ensuring effective management of maintenance, custodial services, and construction projects while fostering a...
4 days ago
$92K - $115K *
Oversee the Mechanical Department, leading a team to ensure optimal performance of all mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems while driving energy-saving initiatives and maintaining high stan...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate operations by leading a high-impact team, ensuring seamless delivery of customized projects from design to installation while driving quality, safety, and efficiency across multiple concurrent...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Deputy Director of Facilities Management and Capital Planning
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing facilities management and capital planning. Oversee operations, manage staff, and implement sustainability initiatives while ensuring compliance and efficienc...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in fleet maintenance management, overseeing a team to ensure optimal vehicle performance and safety across multiple locations while driving efficiency and quality in operations...
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$90K - $110K *
Elevate fleet operations by leading a skilled team in maintaining large vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving quality improvements and cost reductions across multiple shop locations...
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$90K - $110K *
Manage a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring optimal fleet maintenance and safety. Oversee operations, enhance efficiency, and develop staff while maintaining compliance with regulation...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive fleet maintenance excellence by leading a skilled team in optimizing repair operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency across a diverse range of vehicles and equipment...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading a team in fleet maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency across multiple locations. Drive quality improvements and manage resources effectively while fosterin...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Grow your career by leading a dynamic team in fleet maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency across multiple locations while driving quality and performance improvements in vehicle upkee...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Champion a high-performance fleet maintenance team to ensure quality repair and management of light and medium-duty vehicles, enhancing operational efficiency across multiple locations while fostering...
4 weeks ago
SR Maintenance Manager - General Motors
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in safe and efficient facility maintenance within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment, overseeing a union workforce and driving operational excellence in a 24/7 production s...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the mechanical maintenance team in a dynamic 24/7 paper manufacturing environment. Drive safety, reliability, and efficiency of critical equipment while optimizing maintenance processes and foste...
3 weeks ago
$100K *
Grow your career with a leadership role focused on mentoring maintenance teams, managing equipment repair, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing operations in a dynamic industrial environment...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, Line Maintenance (PHX)
$100K - $132K *
Oversee line maintenance activities, ensuring compliance and safety while coordinating operations across departments. Manage schedules, documentation, and performance metrics to guarantee timely aircr...
Today
$125K - $150K *
Oversee strategic engineering initiatives, leading multidisciplinary teams to innovate and enhance product development, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering high-quality solutions thr...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic calibration and repair laboratory, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while managing budgets, staff, and complex technical challenges...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in calibration and repair operations. Lead day-to-day lab activities, manage budgets, and drive efficiency while ensuring top-notch customer service and tech...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Manage day-to-day operations of a calibration lab, ensuring customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met. Lead technical staff, oversee quality standards, and drive process efficiency while...
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.