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.
Maintenance/Reliability Planning Supervisor
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Reliability and Maintenance Engineering Manager - Manufacturing
$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...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted yesterday
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Optimize project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely deliverables, and maintaining effective communication. Drive success through strategic planning and execution while managin...
Today
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
4 days ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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
$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...
1 week ago
Associate Director of Design, Operations
$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...
1 week ago
Director, Funded Billing & Collections
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence at a leading healthcare organization by leading funded medical accounts receivable. Build a high-performing collections team, enhance cash flow, and ensure compliance whil...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize construction project execution by managing timelines, budgets, and quality for tenant improvements and renovations across Florida. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure successful proj...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $180K *
Optimize facilities operations across diverse environments, ensuring safety and compliance while managing vendor contracts, maintenance, and space planning. Lead a team to support growth and enhance o...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead quality operations to ensure compliance and excellence in aviation safety. Collaborate with teams to implement a robust Quality Management System, driving a culture of 'First Time Right' across m...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform maintenance expense management by optimizing costs and enhancing service quality. Collaborate with teams to implement data-driven strategies that drive efficiency and align with corporate st...
4 days ago
$120K *
Transform client experiences by leading a diverse team, optimizing operations, and driving profitability through effective management and innovative solutions. Ensure compliance and enhance safety whi...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead maintenance operations for T&D electrical systems, ensuring reliability and safety across multiple divisions. Foster team development, optimize performance, and enhance customer satisfaction whil...
Today
$136K - $181K *
Elevate your career by orchestrating complex projects from inception to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure quality, safety, and profitability while mentoring future builders in a d...
4 days ago
$73K - $101K *
Transform production processes at the REMAN Center by leading teams, optimizing resources, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance produc...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse projects from design to production, ensuring customer satisfaction and team collaboration. Drive process improvements and maintain quality standards while balancing...
3 days ago
Project Director - DE Highway Client Service Leader
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in delivering mega projects by developing strategic client relationships, managing project performance, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective team collaboration and resour...
2 weeks ago
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.