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GSPMA 2026 Workshop

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GSPMA 2026 Workshop
GSPMA 2026 Workshop
GSPMA WORKSHOP
Mon, June 08, 2026 @ 08:00 AM — Thu, June 11, 2026 @ 11:00 AM (EDT)
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THIS EVENT IS 100% FREE!

Join GSPMA for our Annual Workshop, the premier event for K12 Facility Maintenance personnel training, peer-to-peer learning, industry networking and more. Our theme this year is Striving for Excellence in Our School Facilities.


Vendor Hotel Block: Cochran Inn & Suites, 108 8th Street Crescent, Cochran, GA | 478.271.9500

Vendor Hotel Block: $79/ni for twin or king room $99/ni for suites. **Mention Georgia School Plant Maintenance Association



FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK


Greetings to all of GSPMA Directors, all of the school personnel, and to all of the vendors.


The GSPMA Staff welcomes everyone to the Annual Maintenance workshop Conference and Trade Show. We feel honored that you have come far and near to be a part of this event.


As we look back over the past 68 years, we can say with joy and thanksgiving that this organization has stood the toughest time and have encountered some trials, but we thank God that he has sustained us through the years.


The Lord has given to this organization some godly men and women to work together as we embark upon a brighter future. I have been a part of this organization for 22 years and I am honored to be your GSPMA President. I would like to thank my wife for supporting me in this organization. I would like to thank our state superintendent Richard Woods for coming out to encourage us at this great event. I would also like to thank my boss, my encourager, and my supporter superintendent Dr. Franklin Perry for allowing me to continue in this organization, to be able to help and train all of Georgia’s personnel.


Our goal is to continually provide clean, safe, and well maintained schools in the state of Georgia.


We appreciate your support and look forward to having great years ahead.


Sincerely,

Taurus Williams

Taurus Williams – GSPMA President


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Event Dates
JUN
08
MONDAY
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8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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June 08, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
Location
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Middle Georgia State University - Cochran Campus
1100 Second Street SE
Cochran, GA  USA
Summary Agenda
NEW AGENDA
Monday, June 08
8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Registration and Room Assignments
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Opening Ceremony
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Vendor Show / Door Prizes
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Vendor Group Session
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dinner
Tuesday, June 09
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Workshop Session
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Vendor Show / Door Prizes
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Workshop Session
3:00 PM to 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Workshop Session
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dinner
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
GSPMA Directors Meeting
Wednesday, June 10
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Workshop Session
10:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Workshop Session
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Workshop Session
3:00 PM to 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Final Workshop Session
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dinner
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Competition & Talent Show
Thursday, June 11
7:00 AM to 8:15 AM
Turn In Room Keys
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Closing Workshop (aka The Grand Finale)
Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors

Selection Options
US Dollar
 
School System Registration
Student - Staying On Campus
Student - Staying On Campus
$ 275.00 
 
Student - Commuting to Campus Daily
Student - Commuting to Campus Daily
$ 175.00 
 
 
CLASSES
Basic HVAC Refrigeration & Heating Seminar:
Basic HVAC Refrigeration & Heating Seminar:
FREE! 
Middle Georgia State University - Cochran Campus

Mingledorff’s: Instructor: Harold Nelson

Description: This Class will be learning about different components that makes up the

basic system

  • How heat is moved with refrigerant.
  • Recovery of refrigerant.
  • Evacuation of system, and reuse of refrigerant.
  • Focus on the latest A2L Refrigerant changes that the field will transition in the upcoming months.
  • Discuss safety procedures, installation, and servicing of the A2L systems.
  • Will discuss and have a hands-on session on Flame Rectification.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 227

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Advance HVAC and Heating Seminar EPA:
Advance HVAC and Heating Seminar EPA:
$ 50.00 

Mingledorff’s: Instructor: Kelvin Livingston

During this seminar/testing Mingledorff’s will be conducting a formal training PPT for the individual to become familiar with the EPA Section 608 certification.

At the end of PPT Presentation the EPA Certification section 608 will be administered.

The ESCO (paper version of 608 test) will be $50.00.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 230

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Fire Alarms and Security
Fire Alarms and Security
FREE! 

SWC: Instructor: Marty Mendez

Fire alarm and Security training course.

Fire alarm and Security troubleshooting.

Fire alarm and CCTV / access controls.

Fire alarm and Security Installation.

Fire alarm and security code readings.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 308

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Custodial Techniques and Equipment Usage
Custodial Techniques and Equipment Usage
FREE! 

Buckeye Inc: Instructor: Blake Gardener

Proper Cleaning procedures.

COVID Protocol Procedures.

New equipment Training.

Schools Floor care Procedures: VCT, Carpet, VLT and more.

Cleaning Chemicals-Use of proper chemicals to do each cleaning job.

Equipment Hands on training.


LOCATION: Russell Fine Arts, Auditorium

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Lead Custodian Training:
Lead Custodian Training:
FREE! 

Buckeye, Inc.: Instructor: Blake Gardener

This class is designed to help the lead/head custodian to better perform their job and

enhance their awareness in the following areas:

Communication skills-how to establish a line of communication with principals, teachers

and fellow workers.

Motivating employees-how to get more work from employees under your supervision.

Custodial safety-knowing and teaching proper safety in the school facilities workplace.

Health concerns-Knowing and teaching proper procedures to handle specific health

problems pertinent to school environment.

Lead Techniques.


LOCATION: Dillard Hall, Room 248 (upstairs)

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Basic and Advanced Electrical:
Basic and Advanced Electrical:
FREE! 

Clarke County Schools | Mark Baily/Larry Brooks

This Class will offer instruction in basic electrical repairs that maintenance and custodial personnel commonly see every day.

Hands-on and troubleshooting electrical.

Common violations of the national electric code,as cited in state fire Marshalls

reports.

How to correct code violations that have been violated.

How LED Works.

Learning today's electrical devices.

Learning how to use electrical tools.

Electrical Safety training and MORE.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 204


Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Locks and Hardware, Door Security:
Locks and Hardware, Door Security:
FREE! 

Dormakaba: Arbrey Morye

Class will cover Door panic hardware

EHD9000 Door closers.

9K Cylindrical and 45H Mortise Locks

Electronic and Manual locks

Precision 2100 Exit device and trim

Cormax Cores and keys.

Core Pining / Key Cutting


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 301

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
School Maintenance Plumbing:
School Maintenance Plumbing:
FREE! 

Bibb County: Derrick Ross, Aaron Gay

This class will cover School Maintenance Plumbing and Troubleshooting.

Flush valves not functioning properly.

Diaphragm type Flush valves.

Leaking handle assemblies.

Pipe materials and fittings.

Types of plumbing tools.

Sealing type fitting-how to seal properly.

Electronic flush valve diagnostic.

Electronic faucets diagnostic.

Battery operation flush valves and faucets.

Plumbing Safety and MORE.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 306

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Roofing Maintenance and Repair
Roofing Maintenance and Repair
FREE! 

SRS, Inc. | Larry Ward

This class will cover all phases of roofing repairs.

Properly maintain your existing roofing system.

Roof construction and details will be discussed along with factors and conditions that

affect roof performance.

Early detection of roof problems.

Hands on repair and restoration methods will be dealt with both in the classroom and

outside.

Discuss different types of roofs and MORE.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 205

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Welding Techniques
Welding Techniques
FREE! 

Fulton County Schools | Dennis Downs, David Sweetser

This class will teach Hands on basics of safety and welding procedures.

Designed to help tradesmen learn to understand both cutting and welding.

Starts with class safety material and understanding proper welding methods.

Move on to hands-on training guided by experienced instructors.

Learn welding tools and MORE.


LOCATION: Georgia Hall, President's Dining Room

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Painting Techniques
Painting Techniques
FREE! 

Sherwin Williams Paint Inc. | Josh Nathan

This class will be teaching painting techniques

Proper techniques of painting.

Types of paints

Types of Brushes

Types of rollers

Types of stains

Hands-on painting techniques

How to prime walls

Ladder safety discussion and MORE.


LOCATION: Dillard Hall, Room 244 (upstairs)

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Active Assailant
Active Assailant
FREE! 

Safe Haven Defense | Stephanie Prater

Safety & Security

This class will be teaching how to be safe and save a life.

CPR Procedure

How to properly save a life on your job.

Will do hands-on procedures.

How to use the first aid kit and MORE.


LOCATION: Walker Hall, Room 307

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Food Service Equipment
Food Service Equipment
FREE! 

Instructor: TBD

  • This class you will have knowledge on all types of food service equipment so you can troubleshoot and provide your own minor repairs and adjustments.
  • Basic utility requirements.
  • Basic requirements for operation, preventative maintenance & warranties.
  • Refrigeration equipment.
  • Ventilation equipment.
  • Serving equipment.
  • Cooking equipment.
  • Dishwashing equipment.
  • Types of sinks, tables, Shelves and MORE.
Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
Field & Grounds Maintenance
Field & Grounds Maintenance
FREE! 

Clarke County: Tony James

Fertilizing, pesticides and more.


LOCATION: TBD

Options
-First Choice
-Second Choice
 
 
Vendor Registration
Title Sponsorship
Title Sponsorship
1/1 LEFT $ 4,500.00 
  • Exclusive (non-compete) opportunity
  • Double table booth space
  • First choice of booth space
  • Company Recognizing Sponsorship level at Workshop
  • Opportunity to present your company at Opening Session
  • Electronic Access to the complete Attendee list before the vendor show
  • Chance to provide Tote bags or items w/LOGO for registration packets
  • Allowed to provide lanyard for participants
  • Will have electrical cord provided at tables
  • Will have refreshments provided by GSPMA
  • Website Sponsorship with LOGO and contact information on GSPMA Website
  • Allowed to give gift and / or door prizes to participants
  • Special Recognition on GSPMA Conference Booklet


When you select this, you also get (at no additional charge):
  • Exhibit Table (2x)
  • Exhibit Table (2x)
  • Exhibit Power
 
Gold Sponsorship
Gold Sponsorship
$ 1,500.00 
  • Double table booth space
  • Early Choice of booth space
  • Company Recognizing Sponsorship level at Workshop
  • Opportunity to present your company at Opening Session
  • Electronic Access to the complete Attendee list before the vendor show
  • Chance to provide Tote bags or items w/LOGO for registration packets
  • Allowed to provide lanyard for participants
  • Will have electrical cord provided at tables
  • Will have refreshments provided by GSPMA
  • Website Sponsorship with LOGO and contact information on GSPMA Website
  • Allowed to give gift and / or door prizes to participants
  • Special Recognition on GSPMA Conference Booklet


When you select this, you also get (at no additional charge):
  • Exhibit Table (2x)
  • Exhibit Table (2x)
  • Exhibit Power
 
Silver Sponsorship
Silver Sponsorship
$ 1,000.00 
  • One table booth space
  • Early Choice of booth space
  • Company Recognizing Sponsorship level at Workshop
  • Opportunity to present your company at Opening Session
  • Chance to provide Tote bags or items w/LOGO for registration packets
  • Will have electrical cord provided at tables
  • Will have refreshments provided by GSPMA
  • Website Sponsorship with LOGO and contact information on GSPMA Website
  • Allowed to give gift and / or door prizes to participants
  • Special Recognition on GSPMA Conference Booklet


When you select this, you also get (at no additional charge):
  • Exhibit Table
  • Exhibit Power
 
Bronze Sponsorship
Bronze Sponsorship
$ 500.00 
  • One table booth space
  • Company Recognizing Sponsorship level at Workshop
  • Will have refreshments provided by GSPMA
  • Website Sponsorship with LOGO and contact information on GSPMA Website
  • Allowed to give gift and / or door prizes to participants
  • Recognition on GSPMA Conference Booklet


When you select this, you also get (at no additional charge):
  • Exhibit Table
 
Individual Registration
Individual Registration
$ 375.00 
  • Will have refreshments provided by GSPMA


 
 
EXHIBITS
Exhibit Power
Exhibit Power
$ 50.00 
 
 
Donations to GSPMA
Donation to GSPMA
Donation to GSPMA
$ 50.00 

Select amount of donation in $50 increments. (i.e. if you wish to donate $100, select 2 donations items)


Any donation to support GSPMA is most appreciated and will receive the following benefits.

  • company or individual recognition at Workshop Conference
  • Recognition on GSPMA Conference Booklet
  • Website Sponsorship and contact information
  • Donation of any amount to GSPMA
 
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