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 *

Lead production operations by overseeing paint and processing departments, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce costs...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by managing and enhancing the Quality Control program, ensuring compliance and excellence through collaboration with project teams and oversight of inspections an...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize production operations by leading teams, enhancing processes, and driving performance metrics. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring effective communication and strategic a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $93K *

Manage electrical maintenance operations for water treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Supervise teams, coordinate schedules, and maintain records while responding to emer...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Empower manufacturing excellence by leading operations for sealants and adhesives. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while managing budgets...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion aircraft maintenance training through curriculum development, instruction, and advisory support. Deliver high-quality education and manage performance while ensuring compliance with regulator...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize maintenance operations by leading a proactive reliability strategy, ensuring safety and productivity in a 24/7 environment while developing a skilled team to enhance equipment reliability and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading maintenance operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive continuous improvement, enhance equipment reliability, and develop high-performing teams to support pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive supply chain excellence by leading strategies, managing materials, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and achieve corporate goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $124K *

Elevate your career by overseeing daily operations in water treatment facilities. Lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while utilizing advanced asset management systems to enha...

3 days ago

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

$104K - $108K *

Lead engineering operations by managing teams, optimizing maintenance, and ensuring system efficiency. Drive operational excellence through innovative solutions and effective vendor management while f...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex projects in Oil & Gas metering technologies, ensuring successful execution from planning to closure while adhering to budget and specifications. Drive cr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex capital projects from design to completion, ensuring effective communication and coordination among stakeholders while adapting to challenges in a dynamic environme...

1 week ago

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

$118K - $128K *

Drive program success by leading planning, execution, and coordination within the Fire Control organization, integrating Earned Value Management and stakeholder collaboration to achieve objectives and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of materials management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing supply chain processes, and fostering talent development in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive efficiency...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the maintenance and facilities strategy to enhance operational efficiency and support global growth. Lead a dynamic team, manage budgets, oversee compliance, and collaborate with internal partne...

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3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformational production operations to exceed performance metrics through innovative strategies, including Lean principles and AI tools. Own safety, quality, and profitability across multiple...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, ensuring optimal building operations and maintenance across all systems while enhancing tenant satisfaction and compliance with safe...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives for rail projects, overseeing planning, design, and implementation. Drive program performance, manage budgets, and coordinate with stakeholders to enhance rail mobility and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence across nationwide cleanroom laundry facilities. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance performance, standardization, and scalability, while leading continuous impro...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$62K - $100K *

Join our team to enhance equipment reliability and operational uptime in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive maintenance and continuous...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Reimagine service excellence by leading our dedicated team to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency while managing day-to-day service department operations...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $95K *

Champion daily assembly operations by developing teams, improving processes, and delivering safe, high-quality production while meeting operational goals for safety, quality, and cost-efficiency in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $218K *

Shape the future of engineering operations by leading a dynamic team, managing departmental resources, and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to improve productivity and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$92K - $110K *

Oversee all project phases in healthcare construction, ensuring cost, quality, and scheduling objectives are met. Lead the project team, manage client relationships, and drive personnel development fo...

Reposted 3 weeks 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.