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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Join our team to oversee daily operations and lead the Facilities Maintenance staff, ensuring safe and efficient maintenance of buildings and grounds while coordinating projects and responding to urge...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $93K *

Transform building maintenance operations by leading a skilled team in planning, supervising, and executing repair and construction projects, ensuring high standards and compliance with safety regulat...

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

$132K - $169K *

Join a team that oversees the Solid Waste Division, managing operations, compliance, and sustainability initiatives. Lead staff, enhance service delivery, and coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$132K - $169K *

Elevate your career by overseeing the City’s Solid Waste Division, ensuring efficient operations in collection, recycling, and disposal services, while championing sustainability and regulatory compli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Manage propulsion and mechanical systems for aircraft development projects, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and delivering quality design solutions. Lead teams and coordinate with suppliers t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex construction projects within a vital agency, ensuring safety and compliance while managing resources and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance facilities th...

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

$105K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects for facilities serving vulnerable populations. Oversee repairs, maintenance, and capital upgrades while ensuring compliance with safety regula...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer the future of campus development by leading multi-million-dollar capital projects. Oversee planning, execution, and compliance while managing resources and stakeholder relationships to enhance...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Drive quality excellence in project execution, ensuring compliance with standards and continuous improvement through robust quality management systems and strategic risk mitigation efforts across mult...

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

$125K - $160K *

Champion quality management systems and processes across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with established policies for effective project execution and continuous improvement, while mentoring an...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance quality management systems across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures while driving continuous improvement and mentoring staff for optima...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $145K *

Transform the future of heavy civil construction by leading project planning and execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering a culture of trust an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead multiple construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to shape processes and mentor staff, driving success in residential development wi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining operational excellence by ensuring the efficiency and safety of equipment. You'll troubleshoot, fabricate, and overhaul machinery while supporting mechanica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive quality excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction across multiple sites while fostering a culture of continuous impro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $200K *

Optimize project execution by leading installation coordination and support teams. Drive efficiency in residential energy storage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with operat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $129K *

Lead the charge in managing the lifecycle of production tooling, ensuring efficiency and compliance while mentoring junior staff and driving process improvements to enhance operational readiness and s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Transform the engineering landscape of a large-scale hotel by leading operations, maintenance, and strategic initiatives. Ensure optimal performance of complex systems while fostering a high-performin...

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  •   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.