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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the maintenance and facilities operations for an aerospace manufacturing site, ensuring compliance, strategic asset management, and efficient team leadership to drive performance and operational...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $117K *

Oversee and enhance facilities operations, construction, and maintenance projects. Lead a team to ensure timely, safe, and budget-compliant execution of facility improvements and maintenance activitie...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage the maintenance and operations of facilities, ensuring peak performance and regulatory compliance. Oversee contracts, train teams, and implement policies for safety and efficiency across all bu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive success as a sales leader, coaching a team of Maintenance Sales Representatives. Focus on new business development through consultative selling, ensuring cultural standards and high performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by supervising and coaching Maintenance Sales Representatives, driving new business through consultative selling in commercial and industrial sectors to enhance service agreements an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $142K *

Oversee strategic facility operations and maintenance, ensuring safety and efficiency across campus infrastructure. Lead a multidisciplinary team, manage capital assets, and foster partnerships to enh...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in transforming maintenance operations through a reliability-centered maintenance framework, enhancing efficiency and safety across multiple sites while achieving...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading maintenance and reliability operations, ensuring safe and efficient plant performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing a high-performing team to sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the maintenance and optimization of campus mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, ensuring reliable operations and compliance while managing staff and reso...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Elevate maintenance operations by supervising daily activities, leading a skilled workforce, and driving reliability initiatives to enhance equipment performance and safety in a dynamic industrial env...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Transform maintenance operations in a senior living environment by supervising staff, managing requests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Drive excellence in facility management while fo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$63K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing maintenance for IT and mechanical systems in an Automated Prescription Refill Center, ensuring operational efficiency and team development while enhanci...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Oversee daily operations of the Maintenance Team, ensuring quality and efficiency in service delivery. Lead, coach, and support technicians to achieve 5-star results while driving profitability and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$97K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing maintenance operations while ensuring safety and efficiency. Lead a skilled team, manage projects, and enhance performance in a dynamic environment focused o...

Yesterday

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

$97K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic maintenance team to ensure operational excellence and safety. Collaborate with technicians, manage projects, and develop solutions in a fast-paced environment while fostering a customer...

Yesterday

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

$97K - $110K *

Support a dynamic maintenance team by leveraging leadership and technical skills to ensure safety, efficiency, and operational excellence across multiple sites while managing projects and fostering te...

6 days ago

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

$97K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic maintenance team, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing projects and contractor relations. Drive operational excellence across multiple sites, fostering skill development and ma...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading maintenance operations across a diverse property portfolio. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance safety, compliance, and efficiency while mentoring teams and...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and enhance maintenance operations across a regional portfolio, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards while driving efficiency and fiscal goals through collaboration with...

4 days ago

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

$81K - $121K *

Accelerate progress at our manufacturing campus by leading capital projects that enhance operations and drive efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results from conc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion the maintenance and operation of essential utilities, overseeing staff and ensuring a safe, efficient environment for residents and visitors. Lead facility management efforts, including engin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and maintain essential utilities and facility operations, ensuring a safe and efficient environment. Lead staff in maintenance, engineering, and safety functions while managing budgets and coo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production processes and enhancing quality. Lead cross-departmental coordination, drive continuous improvement, and manage financial performance to achieve o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $268K *

Champion the maintenance operations of a recycled papermill, leading a team to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and compliance while driving continuous improvement and achieving strategic mill go...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage maintenance operations to ensure safety, compliance, and performance excellence. Lead a team, develop reliability plans, and foster client relationships while overseeing budgets and enhancing s...

1 week ago

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

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.