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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$132K - $170K *

Partner with us to lead a vital manufacturing operation, championing continuous improvement and operational excellence while developing future leaders and strategies that drive business success and te...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by leading regional line maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and safety while managing staffing, budgets, and performance metrics. Drive process improvements and foster a c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing regional line maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence while managing staffing, budgets...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Champion the future of IT by leading strategy and operations across our fleet management systems. Drive innovation in rental management, cybersecurity, and customer experience while ensuring seamless...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Transform facilities management across a diverse retail banking portfolio. Lead a team of Facilities Managers, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and strategic oversight while enhancing buil...

1 week ago

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

$90K *

Oversee maintenance operations, leading a team to ensure machinery efficiency, minimize downtime, and uphold safety standards. Collaborate with departments to optimize schedules and implement continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing facility operations across 3+ million sq. ft., guiding a team of 20+ staff. Collaborate with leadership on policies, budgets, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale facility by managing operations, leading a diverse team, and collaborating on strategic planning to ensure optimal performance and maintenance across multiple buil...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform facility operations across 3+ million sq. ft., leading a team of 20+ while collaborating with leadership on policies, budgets, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects from start to finish. As a key player, you'll manage scope, schedule, and budget while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure custome...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of project execution from initiation to closeout, ensuring accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive successful and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving project success through full lifecycle management, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence while fostering strong customer relationships and cross-functional collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing full lifecycle project execution, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence while fostering strong customer relationships and cross-functional collaboration for succes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing full project lifecycles, ensuring successful execution through effective coordination, negotiation, and communication across teams while maintaining customer satisfaction a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K *

Transform your career by ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of critical plant utilities, including steam generators and HVAC systems, while fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous impr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$106K - $160K *

Transform the operations of a healthcare facility, ensuring compliance and safety for all systems. Collaborate with a diverse team to streamline maintenance and enhance facility management while direc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $85K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations by managing teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering professional development within the industrial maintenance department...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $160K *

Lead facility operations and project management efforts, ensuring effective coordination between stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to optimize facility performance and oversee O&M activities while...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion facility operations and project management by coordinating with stakeholders, overseeing contractor performance, and optimizing facility strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of manufacturing operations by leading a dynamic team, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards in a state-of-the-art facility. Drive efficiency and productivit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading global real estate and facilities strategies, optimizing performance, and driving operational excellence across multiple locations to support business growth and long-te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$220K - $240K *

Unlock your potential by leading global real estate and facilities strategies. Drive operational excellence, optimize performance, and align real estate initiatives with business goals while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$97K - $154K *

Take ownership of maintenance operations by leading a skilled team, implementing preventive strategies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and safety across multiple...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $225K *

Launch a transformative approach to supply chain management, driving alignment and continuous improvement across multiple business units to achieve measurable efficiency and cost savings. Collaborate...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful project execution by leading technical planning and customer engagement. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational efficiency and exceptional service throughout the project lifec...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.