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.
$71K - $112K *
Manage facility maintenance operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a team of technicians, oversee vendor performance, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices t...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing production processes and team performance to ensure quality outputs, safety, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain operational excellence...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$165K - $190K *
Oversee major construction projects, driving design and execution from start to finish. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality results on complex, multi-million dollar developments whi...
Reposted 6 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Inspire high-impact construction projects by leading teams in delivering design-build solutions valued from $60M to $250M. Engage with stakeholders and manage schedules, budgets, and quality from conc...
Reposted 6 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in managing high-value design-build projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor staff while maintaining client relationshi...
6 days ago
$155K - $190K *
Lead complex construction projects valued from $60M to $250M. Collaborate with diverse teams, optimize design-build execution, and ensure timely delivery while mentoring project staff and fostering cl...
Reposted 6 days ago
$155K - $190K *
Build your career by leading high-stakes design-build projects, overseeing budgets from $60M to $250M. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction while mentorin...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading a multi-craft maintenance team in a dynamic environment. Oversee equipment installation and repairs while driving productivity improvements, safety practices, and employee...
3 weeks ago
Equipment Maintenance Systems Coordinator
$86K - $97K *
Join us to strategically manage equipment lifecycles and data as you collaborate with teams to ensure operational compliance, asset efficiency, and safety standards in a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...
4 weeks ago
Equipment Maintenance Systems Coordinator
$86K - $97K *
Empower efficiency at an organization by strategically managing equipment lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and optimizing data systems for operational excellence...
4 weeks ago
Production Manager - Southern Area
$84K - $125K *
Elevate your career by managing water/wastewater operations, leading teams, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across multiple facilities while fostering a culture of safety and continuous im...
4 days ago
Safety and Environmental Manager
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to a safer workplace by developing, managing, and enhancing safety and environmental programs while leading a team committed to compliance and innovation in a collaborative environment...
1 month ago
Director of Facilities Management
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in strategic facilities management, overseeing operations, maintenance, and improvement of university infrastructure while ensuring compliance and sustainability. Manage budgets, perso...
4 days ago
Director of Facilities Management
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in enhancing campus facilities management through strategic oversight, ensuring safe, functional, and sustainable environments that support the university's educational mission while m...
4 days ago
$75K - $101K *
Drive plant maintenance excellence by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring equipment reliability. Collaborate with vendors and implement cost-effective solutions to enhance operational ef...
1 week ago
$75K - $101K *
Support plant maintenance operations by leading teams, optimizing equipment performance, and implementing preventive maintenance programs to ensure efficient production and safety standards are met...
1 week ago
Assistant Maintenance Mgr-SSES
$80K - $95K *
Transform maintenance operations by leading teams, enhancing performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence in a nuclear powe...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in maintaining and repairing industrial machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficient production processes. Collaborate with teams and apply your mechanical expertise to enhance fac...
3 weeks ago
$84K - $107K *
Oversee and enhance building systems operations while leading the engineering team. Ensure safety and efficiency in maintenance, manage projects, and develop training programs to support a high-perfor...
Reposted 4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring timely deliveries and exceptional service. Drive performance and efficiency in a fast-paced environment while managing logistics, inventory...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading aircraft maintenance operations, ensuring mission readiness, and managing resources effectively. Collaborate with commanders to develop strategic plans and oversee complian...
1 week ago
Highway Maintenance Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Manage complex highway projects, overseeing operations, budgets, and staff. Ensure compliance with contracts and laws while optimizing resources and fostering business development. Drive team performa...
1 week ago
Highway Maintenance Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee complex highway projects, managing operations, budgets, and personnel. Ensure compliance and optimize resources while fostering business development and maintaining stro...
1 week ago
Highway Maintenance Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Oversee complex highway projects, managing operations, budgets, and staff to ensure compliance and efficiency. Drive business development and maintain strong customer relations while ensuring optimal...
1 week ago
Highway Maintenance Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Drive the management of complex highway projects, overseeing operations, budgets, and personnel to ensure compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources and enhance project pr...
1 week 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.