Director of Maintenance Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Maintenance Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Outlook and Compensation

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.

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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.

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$135K - $160K *

Manage engineering processes to enhance repair and overhaul efficiency, ensuring product quality and compliance with corporate standards while leading a skilled team and driving continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Oversee engineering processes and policies to enhance repair operations, ensuring quality and efficiency. Lead teams, manage projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while aligning with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering initiatives to enhance repair processes, ensuring quality and efficiency. Drive strategic objectives, manage resources, and foster team development to achieve o...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $144K *

Transform facility operations by leading maintenance teams, ensuring equipment reliability, and managing vendor contracts. Drive safety and efficiency while overseeing preventive maintenance and compl...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform business operations by owning P&L, leading teams, and driving growth. Collaborate with leadership to implement scalable processes and ensure financial performance while fostering a safety-fi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $91K *

Oversee and coordinate maintenance operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in facility repairs. Manage personnel, budgets, and safety inspections while collaborating with various departments to en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $130K *

Transform maintenance operations by leading teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable material handling systems. Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of accountability while collabora...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $100K *

Optimize fleet maintenance operations by leading strategy, compliance, and performance management. Drive efficiency and safety across multiple facilities while ensuring vehicle availability and regula...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $102K *

Champion excellence in facilities operations by leading a multi-campus team, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strategic planning, and compliance while fostering a culture of innovation and cont...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $102K *

Lead and innovate campus property services, ensuring excellence in facilities operations, maintenance, and compliance across multiple locations while fostering a collaborative and sustainable environm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$168K - $216K *

Transform essential infrastructure support by leading a skilled team in maintaining critical systems across a vast facility. Ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency while fostering colla...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $90K *

Join our team to lead maintenance operations, ensuring optimal facility performance and safety. Utilize your technical expertise to manage personnel, oversee repairs, and maintain equipment, driving e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$73K - $99K *

Execute facility maintenance projects by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and managing budgets. Collaborate with contractors and staff to maintain building integrity and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $155K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance of production equipment and systems. Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance safet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$106K - $175K *

Transform equipment reliability and maintenance strategies to ensure optimal performance across manufacturing operations. Lead a skilled team, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading maintenance and reliability strategies in a dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment. Drive operational excellence, enhance safety, and foster a high-performing team...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead a team that ensures optimal facility operations, overseeing maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to create a safe and efficient working environment while managing budge...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $195K *

Drive maintenance and engineering excellence to enhance facility reliability, optimize performance, and lead a high-performing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on continuous improve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing aircraft maintenance operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety and efficiency in all maintenance tasks. Collaborate with engineering teams and provide technic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Champion operational excellence by managing project logistics, personnel, and contractor coordination. Ensure seamless communication and safety compliance to enhance performance in a complex, high-sta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee maintenance operations for a multi-unit residential property, ensuring high standards in mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks while leading and developing staff for...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $97K *

Champion a team of maintenance professionals to enhance equipment reliability, drive safety, and promote continuous improvement within the manufacturing sector. Lead initiatives that ensure operationa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion day-to-day maintenance coordination across trades, ensuring safe execution and collaboration with Operations and Engineering. Drive troubleshooting, project management, and continuous improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee maintenance and operations at a multifamily property, ensuring efficient service delivery and high-quality standards while managing staff and budgets effectively...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Innovate maintenance operations by leading fleet reliability and efficiency across multiple locations. Drive strategic initiatives and compliance to enhance performance, operational excellence, and cu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Maintenance do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse Director of Maintenance listings on Ladders, compare role requirements and compensation details, and apply to positions that fit your experience and career goals.