Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and beautiful environment. It is a top priority. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team of maintenance professionals work tirelessly to make this a reality—addressing more than 80,000 tasks a year. Every morning, members of GCPS’ Grounds and Building Maintenance teams begin their day identifying and tackling issues at our facilities that may have been reported the day before. They get to work early to resolve these problems before the start of the school day. 

     "Helping to create and maintain spaces in and around GCPS is very personal to me. I am a resident of Gwinnett County, and my children attend Gwinnett County Public Schools. By creating and maintaining these spaces, my co-workers and I can set good examples for my children and others. This allows them to grow up with safe, clean, and beautiful as an expectation, which will impact the long-term health of my children and community,” says Matthew Tucker, GCPS playground safety technician. GCPS' Grounds and Building Maintenance teams include staff with two to five years of experience in the skilled trades. They maintain their assigned schools to the highest standards.

     The team may encounter a number of maintenance issues every day, such as removing hazardous trees, repairing sidewalks, maintaining fences, and more. These tasks are completed in tandem with annual and quarterly inspections, and include team members representing the technical trade areas of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, and energy management, along with xeriscape landscaping professionals and water conservation technicians.

     Thanks to the maintenance team's focus on continuous quality improvement, GCPS students thrive in a positive learning environment every day. Their hard work not only inspires our students but also shows them the possibilities of pursuing careers within similar fields. Students can explore their interests through the district’s more than 60 Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) pathways—ranging from Agriculture and Construction to Media Production and more. The knowledge and skills required to pursue those opportunities can be found at your student's middle or high school.  Visit our CTAE page on the district’s website to discover pathways for your student.