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.
Manager, Facility Management Contract
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing Facilities Management contracts, ensuring compliance and performance at multiple hospital sites. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations, enhance safety, and support...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion the future of Ground Support Equipment management by overseeing regional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving maintenance excellence across multiple locations while traveling up to 50% of...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the safe and efficient operation of building systems. Oversee maintenance, manage technicians, and ensure compliance with safety standards while enhancing system reliabilit...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining procurement in aviation. Lead strategic sourcing, optimize inventory management, and enhance supplier relationships to drive operational excellence and cost savings acros...
4 days ago
$92K - $149K *
Transform facility operations by leading maintenance teams, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and managing preventative maintenance programs to enhance efficiency and reliability...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by leading a dedicated team in delivering exceptional custodial services. Drive operational excellence, build strong client relationships, and inspire diverse teams while shaping t...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in facility management, overseeing custodial services and driving operational excellence. Enhance client relationships, lead high-performing teams, and ensu...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional custodial services. Lead a talented Housekeeping team, engage with stakeholders, and enhance client satisfaction while managing operational excel...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a team in delivering high-quality custodial services across a vibrant post-secondary campus. Foster client relationships, ensure compliance, and drive operational excellence while advancing your...
4 weeks ago
SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - STREET & BRIDGE
$168K - $190K *
Lead the management of street and bridge operations, overseeing maintenance and rehabilitation projects. Drive strategic planning, budget management, and staff performance to enhance transportation sy...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Services and Capital Projects Director
$125K - $150K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative facilities management and capital projects. Collaborate across departments to enhance operational efficiency and drive impactful i...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Elevate project success by managing budgets, competitive buyouts, and commitments for Operations projects. Serve as the key link between sales and execution, ensuring financial integrity and maximizin...
Today
Superintendent I - Maintenance
$166K - $227K *
Join a dynamic team overseeing electrical and mechanical maintenance operations, fostering a safety-first culture, and ensuring compliance with regulations while managing resources effectively for fut...
Reposted 1 week ago
Maintenance Manager - Multi-Shift Production Operations
$80K - $95K *
Lead maintenance operations in a dynamic, multi-shift production environment, ensuring equipment reliability and team development. Drive strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving to enhance perf...
3 weeks ago
Director, Environmental Management
$159K - $211K *
Shape the future of environmental management by leading a multidisciplinary team, driving growth, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Your vision will connect capabilities and diversify...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading yard operations, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive team performance and optimize resources while managing facilities and inventory in a dynamic en...
3 weeks ago
Analyst/Sr Analyst, Base Maintenance Planning
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading maintenance planning efforts to optimize aircraft downtime, labor, and costs. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop forecasts, and present findings to management...
Reposted 6 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Join us to develop innovative HVAC solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Utilize your expertise to design systems that meet client needs while collaborating with diverse teams t...
1 week ago
Electrician Maintenance - HVAC
$69K - $109K *
Oversee the maintenance and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance existing setups, ensuring optimal performance in commercial environments...
2 weeks ago
Director, Environmental Management
$159K - $211K *
Lead a multidisciplinary team to drive growth and innovation in environmental management. Shape strategy, enhance client relationships, and foster a culture of safety and excellence while ensuring ope...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion operational excellence by leading a diverse manufacturing team, optimizing processes, and driving productivity across multiple production areas to meet customer expectations and revenue goals...
4 days ago
Facilities Maintenance Supv - L3
$72K - $134K *
Manage the campus maintenance team, ensuring safe, high-quality execution of daily maintenance activities while providing technical direction and mentoring staff to address emergent repairs and preven...
3 weeks ago
Maintenance & Reliability Manager
$120K *
Optimize maintenance and reliability operations to enhance production safety and efficiency. Lead a skilled team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a dynam...
2 weeks ago
Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 1
$74K - $96K *
Transform campus operations by leading facilities management and engineering services. Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance while optimizing workflows, managing budgets, and developing a high-per...
4 days ago
Facilities / Engineering Operations Manager 1
$74K - $96K *
Lead the charge in optimizing facilities and engineering operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance across multiple buildings while managing teams and resources to enhance service deliver...
5 days 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.