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.
$117K - $143K *
Join a team that's leading grant accounting and financial reporting for a $1 billion portfolio. Oversee a dedicated group, manage grant lifecycle processes, and ensure compliance while collaborating w...
2 weeks ago
$73K - $108K *
Optimize maintenance operations by leading a team to enhance production efficiency, ensure safety compliance, and implement continuous improvement strategies in a dynamic manufacturing environment...
5 days ago
$105K - $145K *
Drive the successful execution of heavy civil construction projects by planning, coordinating, and managing resources to meet safety, quality, and budget goals while fostering a collaborative team env...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Unlock the potential of mechanical systems by leading project execution, enhancing collaboration among design teams, and ensuring compliance through effective contract management in a dynamic construc...
Reposted 1 week ago
Maintenance & Reliability Manager
$140K - $150K *
Empower our team by leading maintenance and reliability strategies to ensure optimal equipment performance, safety, and efficiency in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improve...
2 weeks ago
Maintenance & Reliability Manager
$140K - $150K *
Develop and lead a comprehensive maintenance and reliability strategy, ensuring optimal equipment performance and safety. Build a skilled team, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and drive...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence in specialty services across multiple states, ensuring accurate documentation, financial performance, and strong interdepartmental coordination while building a high-perfo...
Reposted 6 days ago
$157K - $283K *
Lead the charge in managing high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with clients and teams to achieve project goals while overseeing technical a...
3 weeks ago
$157K - $283K *
Grow your career with a leading firm managing large-scale ADA projects. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and deliver exc...
3 weeks ago
$157K - $283K *
Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive operational excellence by managing interim accounts, enhancing customer service, and implementing programs. Join a dynamic team focused on leadership development and achieving account management...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform quality assurance processes by leading a dedicated team to enhance product excellence and compliance with ISO standards, while driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of safet...
5 days ago
Operations Manager, Machine Shop / Casting
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence in manufacturing. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and acc...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Engage in the efficient operation of plant facilities by applying electrical and mechanical engineering expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, ensure compliance, an...
4 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Support day-to-day maintenance operations by coordinating service needs, sourcing parts, and ensuring efficient repair activities. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to enhance communication and...
5 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform operational efficiency by collaborating with field teams to analyze KPIs, coach on CRM usage, and implement solutions that enhance performance across multiple disciplines in a dynamic enviro...
6 days ago
Supervisor, Construction & Maintenance
$100K - $125K *
Lead the charge in overseeing a skilled team to maintain and enhance critical substation infrastructure, ensuring safety compliance, effective project execution, and exceptional team performance in a...
5 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Elevate your career by overseeing civil/site development projects from planning to close-out. Ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery while leading diverse teams and maintaining high-quality standards...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project delivery by leading civil/site development from planning to close-out. Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while coordinating teams and managing client relations for success...
2 weeks ago
Regional Fleet Maintenance Manager
$120K - $145K *
Lead multi-site operations in the AV/EV segment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while managing a team of Fleet Managers and field personnel across a dynamic region...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing maintenance effectiveness and asset performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, coach technicians, and collaborate with operations to maximize asset...
1 week ago
$101K - $151K *
Manage a facility's maintenance operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production. Lead maintenance strategy, optimize costs, and enhance equipment performance. Drive improvements and ensu...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $160K *
Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations at a fast-paced facility, driving safety and efficiency while managing a dynamic team, implementing improvement programs, and ensuring compliance w...
Reposted today
$120K - $160K *
Grow your career with a vital role leading MEP projects, coordinating activities, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, while mentoring a talented team and collaborating with stak...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Maintenance & Engineering Manager
$95K - $115K *
Reimagine manufacturing excellence as you lead engineering and maintenance teams, driving safety, quality, and efficiency improvements in a high-volume facility. Collaborate cross-functionally to enha...
Reposted today
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.