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FMOLHS

Maintenance Mechanic 3

Jackson, MS

$21.75 - $28/hr

Reports to the Asst. Director of Maintenance and Director of Maintenance. High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of two years' experience in a supervisory capacity in a maintenance/plant ...

Chadwick NRC LLC

Maintenance Assistant

Jackson, MS · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the daily maintenance of the grounds, Facility and equipment in a safe and ...

PEG Staffing & Recruiting

Maintenance Manager

Pearl, MS · On-site

Maintenance Manager | Direct Hire 📍 Columbus, MS We're partnering with a well-established metal processing manufacturer to hire a Maintenance Manager who will lead maintenance operations, improve ...

City of Ridgeland

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Ridgeland, MS

$40K/yr

... independently from the direct supervision of a crew leader in carrying out such duties ... Maintain street right-of-way and medians, remove litter and cut grass. Clean City street, gutters ...

City of Ridgeland, MS

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$40K/yr

... independently from the direct supervision of a crew leader in carrying out such duties ... Maintain street right-of-way and medians, remove litter and cut grass. Clean City street, gutters ...

Select Medical

Maintenance Mechanic

Jackson, MS

$23.50 - $30/hr

Maintenance Mechanic Location: Jackson, MS Schedule: Full-time Our hospital is a critical illness ... directed. * Installing all new equipment and systems as assigned and ensuring that installations ...

McDonald's

Maintenance

Jackson, MS · On-site

Along with competitive pay, a Maintenance Person at a McDonald's Corporate owned restaurant is eligible for incredible benefits including: • Get Paid Daily • Vacation-based on hours earned * Free ...

McDonald's

Maintenance

Jackson, MS · On-site

Along with competitive pay, a Maintenance Person at a McDonald's Corporate owned restaurant is eligible for incredible benefits including: • Get Paid Daily • Vacation-based on hours earned * Free ...

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How much do maintenance director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for maintenance director in Jackson, MS is $65,354.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $76,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a maintenance director do?

A maintenance director oversees the daily facility maintenance operations of a building or physical plant. Your duties and responsibilities in this career are to inspect plumbing, heating, and HVAC systems, supervise other facilities workers, and contract work that cannot be performed by in-house staff. You also develop budgets and inventory and hire and train new employees. Some maintenance directors may even have a say in planning new building or facility construction. You collaborate daily with other internal and external personnel, such as administrators and public officials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a maintenance director?

To thrive as a Maintenance Director, you need expertise in facility management, preventive maintenance planning, and a strong knowledge of building systems, usually supported by a degree in engineering or facilities management and relevant experience. Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), HVAC systems, and relevant safety certifications like OSHA are commonly required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills to lead teams and coordinate with other departments. These skills ensure efficient operations, cost-effective maintenance, and a safe, well-functioning environment across facilities.

What are some common challenges faced by a maintenance director when managing a large facility?

Maintenance Directors in large facilities often encounter challenges such as coordinating preventive maintenance schedules across multiple systems, managing a diverse maintenance team, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Balancing urgent repairs with long-term projects can be demanding, as can effectively allocating resources and managing budgets. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to collaborate with other departments and ensure minimal disruption to facility operations.

How much does a maintenance director make in the US?

The average salary for a maintenance director in the United States is approximately $80,000 to $120,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and industry. Maintenance directors often oversee maintenance teams, manage budgets, and require strong technical and leadership skills.
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Infographic showing various Maintenance Director job openings in Jackson, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,354 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

C N Maintenance

Rankin County School District

Brandon, MS • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Rankin County School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 643 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
D.O. Classified Staff/C N Maintenance
Date Posted:
10/29/2025
Location:
District Office - Child Nutrition
Date Available:
11/03/2025
Job title:
Child Nutrition Maintenance
Reports to:
Child Nutrition Maintenance Supervisor, Director of Child Nutrition
Receives guidance from:
Director, District Administration and Support Staff, Assistant Superintendent
Overtime status:
Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations
Job purpose:
  • In keeping a tradition of excellence, the purpose of the Child Nutrition Maintenance Technician is to maintain all school cafeteria equipment to be in a condition of operating excellence so that full use of the cafeteria and kitchen may be utilized at all times. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Maintain F5 equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs, electrical, refrigeration and general repairs
  • Maintain facilities through carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and general repair projects
  • Keep repair sites clean and safe
  • Care for tools and equipment by proper use and by practicing preventative maintenance procedures
  • Inform the Director of Child Nutrition of needed supplies and equipment
  • Collect and transport needed supplies and equipment to repair sites
  • Assist the Director of Child Nutrition with cost estimates on minor repairs
  • Promptly assist with emergency repairs
  • Responsible for driving and upkeep of department van and pickup
  • Responsible for yearly cleaning of cafeteria vent-a-hoods
  • Maintain and upkeep of gas appliances
  • Knowledge of 480, 240, and 208 circuitry
  • Lead and attend staff meetings/trainings as applicable; serve on staff committees
  • Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, for keeping current with literature, new research findings, for attending appropriate professional meetings and conferences, and to maintain any credits and/or continued education for maintenance of licensure/qualifications required for the position
  • Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use
  • Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Regular, dependable, in person, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position
  • Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy
  • Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district, state and federal policies, and procedures and protocols as established by RCSD and the Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct?

Qualifications:
  • Education Level:
  • Certification:
  • Other Requirements: Knowledge of refrigeration, F5 equipment and electrical, Freon certified, knowledge of gas appliances

Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.

Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Terms of Employment:
  • Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education

Evaluation:
  • Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.

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