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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Elevate project success by leading diverse electrical management initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, quality execution and financial outcomes across multiple projects, fostering strong...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing 3D models for piping and concrete structures, ensuring alignment with project specifications and facilitating effective communication among project teams to enhance const...

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing plant operations as you oversee maintenance teams, ensuring optimal machine performance and safety while collaborating with engineering and operations to achieve strategic...

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

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing injection molding operations, ensuring high-quality medical device production. Collaborate across teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance effici...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$71K - $112K *

Join a dynamic team to lead operations, ensuring timely and damage-free freight delivery while fostering employee development and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing critical facilities, ensuring operational excellence and compliance in high-security environments while supporting mission objectives for USINDOPACOM...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate mission-critical infrastructure by overseeing facility operations, ensuring compliance with security standards, and managing upgrades for optimal performance in a high-security environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to efficiently manage all project phases, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while fostering collaboration and proactive communication among diverse p...

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

$90K - $105K *

Transform your career by planning and coordinating electrical maintenance work, ensuring safety and compliance while fostering teamwork and high performance in a dynamic industrial environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex R&D projects to enhance product development and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, schedules, and budgets while driving continuous improvement and innovat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$221K - $365K *

Accelerate your career by leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams in high-hazard environments. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a safety-conscious culture while supporti...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Champion project success by leading teams to deliver high-quality concrete solutions on time and within budget. Drive client satisfaction through effective management of schedules, finances, and commu...

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

$95K - $100K *

Grow your career by leading maintenance operations and planning initiatives, ensuring reliability and compliance while enhancing workforce performance and customer satisfaction in a dynamic facility m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $156K *

Lead the charge in successful highway and site construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards through hands-on supervision and effective resource management...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance Teams to enhance equipment reliability and asset performance, ensuring operational excellence and supporting growth initiatives in a collaborative en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing facility maintenance through strategic leadership, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement while managing resources effectively and prioritizi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Transform daily manufacturing operations by leading a skilled team to meet production targets and quality standards. Ensure efficient workflows, address challenges, and implement best practices in a f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Lead the deployment of telecommunications infrastructure with efficient project management, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and superior customer service throughout all phases of construct...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee site operations, ensure service excellence, develop staff, and drive process improvements. Lead financial management, foster client relationships, and navigate compliance while insp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $124K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance activities, enhancing equipment efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and continuo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $147K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a dynamic Facility Services team, enhancing customer experience, and driving business growth through effective service delivery and continuous imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading daily production activities, optimizing resources, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic aerospace environment. Drive team development and continuous improvem...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in maintaining critical facilities by overseeing engineering operations, ensuring compliance, and managing staff. Drive excellence in preventive maintenance and emergency response to o...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering operations for a dual-property complex, ensuring system reliability, team performance, and tenant satisfaction while managing maintenance, energy efficiency, and capital...

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

$108K - $130K *

Manage senior-level design for capital and I&A projects, executing planning strategies and leading a BIM program. Collaborate with teams to ensure design standards and project delivery align with inst...

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

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.