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.
$104K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving project success in mission-critical environments. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee design and construction phases, manage stakeholder relations, and ensure project profi...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $125K *
Lead the charge in executing mechanical construction projects, focusing on planning, collaboration, and financial management to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery while fostering a high-perfo...
5 days ago
$80K - $123K *
Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic GSE team in the evolving space industry. Oversee maintenance operations, enhance team performance, and drive safety initiatives while ensuring quality execu...
1 week ago
Director of Maintenance & Facilities (Starting at $95,000)
$95K - $114K *
Transform your career by leading maintenance and facilities operations at a major entertainment destination. Drive safety, reliability, and performance while developing high-performing teams and execu...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower operational excellence by leading teams, optimizing processes, and driving strategic initiatives. Your leadership will enhance efficiency and foster collaboration, ensuring quality service del...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage multiple technical projects focused on restoration and renovation. Drive business growth while ensuring client satisfaction through proactive communication and quality assurance in a collaborat...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by managing diverse projects in restoration and renovation. Collaborate with a dynamic team, engage with clients, and drive business growth while ensuring quality and compliance in...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive project success by managing technical production and contracts for restoration and renovation projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance business growth while ensuring client satisfact...
1 week ago
$112K - $140K *
Transform your career by managing diverse projects in restoration and renovation. Lead technical production and business development while collaborating with clients and teams on impactful engineering...
2 weeks ago
$119K - $142K *
Transform the Diagnostics Group by managing multiple forensic engineering projects, focusing on restoration and rehabilitation. Leverage your expertise in structural diagnostics to drive business grow...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the aftermarket landscape by developing and executing a unified strategy across business units. Collaborate with leadership to drive adoption and create a repeatable commercial engine throug...
1 week ago
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
$90K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing facility operations, maintenance, and safety to ensure efficient ice cream manufacturing. Supervise personnel, manage waste operations, and ensure compliance with food sa...
1 week ago
CTM: Mechanical Project Manager
$88K - $105K *
Take ownership of commercial mechanical projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and effective communication with stakeholders. Drive profitability and manage risks while leading field o...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Shop Services
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate to manage storage and repair projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Oversee cross-functional teams, maintain communication with stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in...
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$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in managing complex capital improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to support the edu...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower project success by leading a dynamic team in delivering high-quality remodeling projects on time and within budget, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and fostering collaboration acros...
2 weeks ago
Director of Facilities Management
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead asset management strategies, ensuring optimal performance and profitability across multiple customer sites while driving operational excellence and compliance with contract...
1 week ago
Director of Facilities Management
$110K - $130K *
Manage asset performance and strategy across multiple sites, ensuring alignment with operational goals and customer obligations. Lead the asset management team in optimizing facilities, enhancing prof...
1 week ago
Administrative Maintenance Specialist II
$75K - $106K *
Take ownership of advanced administrative and accounting functions to support the Maintenance Department. Collaborate on budget proposals, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with policies whi...
3 weeks ago
$86K - $117K *
Lead a dedicated maintenance team to optimize plant operations, ensuring equipment reliability and efficiency. Drive safety and compliance while mentoring associates, scheduling maintenance, and liais...
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$82K - $112K *
Lead the charge in overseeing maintenance operations and ensuring equipment reliability. Utilize your technical expertise to mentor teams, optimize performance, and uphold safety standards while manag...
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Maintenance - Hydraulic Technician
$91K - $95K *
Champion the assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hydraulic equipment, ensuring optimal performance of mobile and production machinery while adhering to safety standards and operational polic...
5 days ago
Physical Plant Operations - Director of the Physical Plant
$80K - $95K *
Champion the strategic leadership of facilities management, enhancing operations and maintenance for campus buildings and grounds. Develop a high-performing team dedicated to exceptional service and s...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Supervisor Rail Facility Maintenance
$97K - $113K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and enhancing rail facilities, overseeing maintenance operations, and ensuring safety standards while managing a diverse workforce and supporting capital pr...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's committed to safety and excellence in maintenance operations. Oversee a dedicated team, ensure compliance with safety standards, and optimize equipment performance to drive producti...
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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.