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.
$105K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and performance of critical systems in a fast-paced environment. Lead maintenance efforts, develop your team, and drive compliance and safety i...
4 days ago
3M Maintenance Coordinator, Small Craft / USV (PMS)
$120K - $155K *
Drive the transformation of repair-level determinations into Navy-compliant maintenance documentation for small uncrewed surface vessels, ensuring accuracy and adherence to 3-M standards while collabo...
2 weeks ago
3M Maintenance Coordinator, Small Craft / USV (PMS)
$120K - $155K *
Transform repair-level analysis into actionable Navy maintenance documentation, ensuring compliance with 3-M standards for small uncrewed surface vessels. Collaborate with engineers and developers to...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by leading mechanical scopes on large-scale data center initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering strong rel...
1 week ago
Maintenance and Facilities Manager
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring safety and reliability of equipment and facilities. Drive strategic initiatives, manage resources, and enhance performance to meet busine...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $110K *
Drive maintenance excellence by leading teams to implement effective strategies, ensuring optimal equipment performance and safety while fostering continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions i...
1 week ago
$88K - $110K *
Transform maintenance operations by leading teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop proactive strategies to ensure optimal equ...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Provide critical support in overseeing project contracts, ensuring compliance, and maintaining schedules and budgets. Collaborate with stakeholders and assist in managing communication among contracto...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Facilities & Operations
$100K - $120K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovation and growth. Collaborate with experts, drive impactful projects, and enhance your skills in a supportive environment that values crea...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Optimize facility operations by leading a dedicated team, managing maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and overseeing refurbishment projects, all while maintaining exceptional service standards a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role overseeing maintenance operations across affordable residential properties, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance while fostering team developmen...
3 days ago
Director of Engineering & Maintenance
$110K - $130K *
Drive engineering excellence by transforming strategies into tangible manufacturing improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while leading and d...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a dedicated team in effective property management, ensuring optimal operations, tenant relations, and collaboration with social services to enhance community living standards and uphold organizat...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize property management and operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and fostering community partnerships while maintaining compliance with housing regulations and fi...
6 days ago
Unit Manager - Machining Maintenance SG 23
$80K - $95K *
Lead a dynamic team in a large manufacturing area to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and efficiency in maintenance ope...
1 week ago
$125K - $146K *
Unlock potential by leading procurement strategies and operations, managing a dedicated team to ensure efficient supply chain processes, vendor negotiations, and compliance with regulations, all while...
3 days ago
Associate Director, Program Management
$120K - $145K *
Champion program management excellence by leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex customer programs on time and within budget. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational processes, and...
2 days ago
Industrial Maintenance Supervisor - Electrical
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in fostering operational excellence within industrial maintenance, optimizing electrical systems and team performance while ensuring safety and reliability in a high-stakes manufacturi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Controls and Maintenance Supervisor
$100K - $115K *
Take ownership of the Building Automation Systems and controls maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and safety at the facility. Lead a skilled team in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and...
4 days ago
Director of Operations, Powder Coating
$100K - $170K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading production teams, optimizing processes, and driving growth in a dynamic industrial environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance capacity and ensure c...
3 weeks ago
$176K - $212K *
Elevate your career by leading residential land development initiatives, driving project management, and fostering strategic partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with diverse teams to id...
6 days ago
Manager, Project Management - Equipment
$140K - $155K *
Reimagine project management by leading North American equipment fulfillment. Drive process improvements, manage high-impact projects, and guide a team to ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery while...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Empower operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and drive accountability across departments. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-qualit...
3 days ago
Supervisor, Transit Vehicle Maintenance
$91K - $122K *
Champion the safety and efficiency of transit bus maintenance by leading skilled trades personnel. Drive operational excellence, ensuring compliance and quality service delivery in a unionized environ...
Reposted 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.