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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$78K - $100K *

Manage and optimize maintenance planning and scheduling to enhance equipment uptime, minimize downtime, and ensure compliance with safety regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$145K *

Lead aircraft maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while supervising staff and overseeing scheduled and unscheduled repairs and inspections of aircraft systems and components...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $87K *

Partner with us to ensure optimal performance of production equipment through preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaboration across departments in a dynamic manufacturing en...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K *

Optimize operations within the installation shop by leading teams, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely project execution while fostering collaboration across departments to meet customer needs an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of Project Managers, ensuring successful project execution and adherence to quality standards while fostering staff development and operational excellence wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management by leading a dynamic team, overseeing project execution, and ensuring adherence to quality standards while fostering staff development and collaboration across d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Oversee MEP systems across diverse construction projects, providing strategic leadership and technical expertise. Collaborate with teams from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring quality, safety, and...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring a safe and compliant work environment by managing EHS strategies, policies, and training initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform operational performance by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing supply chain logistics, and driving efficiency across all phases of project execution to ensure seamless delivery and cu...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence by managing the Baggage Handling System and overseeing maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance and safety standards at the airport. Lead diverse workgroups and col...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $105K *

Join us to lead innovative maintenance strategies that enhance rail system reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies, ensuring operational continuity...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $138K *

Join our leadership team to oversee multi-site maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance of equipment and facilities. Drive improvements, manage staff, and maintain safety standards while f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $97K *

Lead the charge in optimizing mechanical maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while mentoring a skilled team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment reliability...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes and driving operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality, reduce waste, and meet delivery targets while fostering a cult...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $241K *

Manage and lead a construction management team for water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while overseeing project execution and client relations. Drive efficiency and res...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $241K *

Advance your career by leading a construction management team for water/wastewater projects. Oversee project execution, manage client relations, and ensure quality and safety standards are met while d...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$71K - $97K *

Shape the future of maintenance operations by leading a skilled team, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety compliance to enhance plant efficiency and minimize downtime across multiple locations...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $108K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team in scheduling and dispatch for fire sprinkler services, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional customer satisfaction while fostering a high-performing, collaborative e...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $91K *

Lead the charge in maintaining operational excellence by supervising a dedicated night shift maintenance team. Drive performance through hands-on training, effective communication, and adherence to sa...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate facilities management through strategic leadership, optimizing operations, asset management, and compliance across multiple sites to enhance performance, safety, and sustainability while suppo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading HR and administrative operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing organizational efficiency. Collaborate with executive leadership to build robust systems and drive...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving energy efficiency and emissions reduction across NYC government operations. Lead capital project planning and delivery, manage design-build teams, and ensure compliance with...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at a premier facility by leading operations, ensuring high-quality care, managing budgets, and fostering a safe environment for residents and staff while achieving company standard...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $165K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading retread production facilities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while developing teams and driving continuous improvement across multiple sites...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring optimal equipment and facility performance. Lead maintenance efforts, provide technical support, and enhance operational efficiency while fostering a safe work...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.