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.
Maintenance and Engineering Manager
$95K - $115K *
Drive maintenance and engineering excellence to ensure safe, reliable manufacturing operations. Lead initiatives for equipment reliability, process improvements, and continuous development while colla...
6 days ago
$123K - $229K *
Shape the future of technical training by leading complex programs, managing teams, and developing impactful training materials to enhance workforce capabilities in a manufacturing environment...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Develop strategies for optimal maintenance and reliability, leading teams in a proactive culture to enhance asset performance, drive efficiency, and implement best lifecycle practices within the organ...
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SITE MANUFACTURING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN -
$81K *
Contribute to enhanced equipment reliability by maintaining and improving production systems, ensuring safety and efficiency while working in a collaborative environment with both internal and externa...
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$89K - $116K *
Lead the charge in empowering a high-performing maintenance team to achieve operational excellence, ensuring product quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accounta...
1 week ago
$94K - $122K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading maintenance teams to achieve high performance, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountab...
1 week ago
Superintendent, Mine Maintenance
$164K - $202K *
Lead the charge in mine maintenance, overseeing budgeting, staffing, and execution of safe, cost-effective maintenance works to maximize fleet reliability and production efficiency while fostering tea...
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$88K - $117K *
Empower operational excellence by leading maintenance activities, ensuring schedule adherence, and driving quality assurance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources and...
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$88K - $117K *
Oversee daily operations and maintenance activities, ensuring schedule adherence and resource allocation. Drive problem-solving initiatives and maintain quality assurance for efficient workflow in a d...
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$88K - $105K *
Pioneer innovative pipeline projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence from inception to completion while fostering client relationships and managing pr...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Manage and enhance maintenance operations in a multi-unit sulfuric acid facility, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness through strategic planning, execution, and continuous improvement...
2 weeks ago
$94K - $160K *
Lead the charge in maintaining and improving equipment reliability in a hands-on role. Oversee a small team to troubleshoot and enhance manufacturing operations, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal...
3 weeks ago
Group Leader, Maintenance (Stamping)
$89K - $112K *
Oversee daily maintenance operations, ensuring efficiency and safety while managing a diverse team. Drive preventive maintenance initiatives and support strategic planning to minimize downtime and enh...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage contract intake, review, and execution, ensuring compliance and efficiency in agreement processes while supporting legal operations and maintaining ce...
4 days ago
$81K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced maintenance for material handling systems. As a specialist, you'll mentor technicians, implement training, and ensure optimal performance through expert troublesho...
2 weeks ago
Director of Project Management
$125K - $150K *
Champion project management excellence by leading teams to enhance profitability, efficiency, and client satisfaction, while implementing innovative processes that support organizational growth and re...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $118K *
Lead the charge in optimizing production processes by managing a skilled team of engineers and technologists. Drive performance, foster innovation, and ensure resource alignment to meet departmental g...
2 weeks ago
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
$103K - $129K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing electrical infrastructure and building systems. Provide technical leadership, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement for reliable and sustainable...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee comprehensive services, and foster community pa...
1 week ago
Director of Reliability and Maintenance
$90K - $100K *
Join our leadership team to oversee facility maintenance and reliability, ensuring operational readiness and compliance in biomanufacturing. Drive strategic planning, budget management, and contractor...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing Health, Safety, and Environmental initiatives across multi-state operations, fostering a proactive safety culture while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in s...
3 days ago
PCB Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor
$99K - $165K *
Lead and develop a skilled maintenance team, ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance while overseeing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment upgrades in a dynamic manufac...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead project execution by coordinating logistics, managing costs, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive efficiency and ensure project success through effective oversight and strategic p...
1 week ago
Director, Technical Operations & Asset Reliability
$120K - $145K *
Transform operations by leading technical strategies to enhance equipment reliability, optimize maintenance practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with production...
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Maintenance & Engineering Manager
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing a strategic maintenance vision and managing a high-performing team to ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Drive continuous...
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.