55th Annual EPMA Custodial and Maintenance Conference
June 24-25 | Waterville High School
Conference Overview
The Educational Plant Maintenance Association of Maine, in continued collaboration with the Maine Department of Education, is proud to host the 55th Annual EPMA Custodial and Maintenance Conference at Waterville Senior High School on June 24 and 25, 2026.
This two-day event features a diverse selection of professional development programs designed to support custodians, supervisors, facility directors, and maintenance staff in addressing daily challenges and advancing their careers. The conference includes workshops, keynote speakers, vendor exhibits, and networking opportunities.
This is a no-cost conference. All-inclusive scholarships are available for attendees, covering conference registration, workshops, meals, and overnight accommodations if needed. There is no out-of-pocket expense for school custodial and maintenance staff who attend.
What To Expect
• Professional development classes for custodians, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and facility directors
• Vendor exhibits showcasing the latest cleaning and maintenance technology
• Sessions on managing facilities with lower budgets
• Updates on state mandates from the Maine Departments of Labor and Environmental Protection
• Classes from the Department of Education on current updates and rule changes
• Keynote and general session speakers
• Networking dinner and social events
• Conference raffle
Register as an AttendeeRegistration is free for all school custodial, maintenance, and facilities staff in the State of Maine. Complete the form below to reserve your spot. Scholarships cover registration, meals, and overnight accommodations.
MUST FILL OUT SEPARATELY FOR EACH ATTENDEE
Register as a VendorVendors are invited to reserve exhibit space at reasonable rates. The conference gym serves as the exhibit and dining area, providing dedicated contact time with over 150 attendees. Since exhibit space is limited, we encourage early registration to secure your booth.
A single 8×8 vendor booth for both days, including a full-page advertisement in all attendee packets (200 copies to be supplied by vendor), is $400. Mail check (payable to EPMA) to:
Jessica Brown, MSAD 54, 196 West Front Street, Skowhegan, ME 04976
Vendor Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorships help keep the conference free for all attendees. Sponsors receive individual recognition throughout the conference.
| Sponsorship | Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Attendee Conference Bags | $400 | Sold |
| Attendee Notebooks | $500 | Available |
| Nametag Holders & Lanyards | $400 | Sold |
| Keynote Speaker | $1,500 | Available |
| Wednesday Luncheon — Full Sponsor | $1,500 | Available |
| Co-Sponsorship (2 available) | $750 | Available |
| Wednesday Breakfast | $400 | Available |
| Wednesday Networking Dinner — Full Sponsor | $2,000 | Available |
| Co-Sponsorship (2 available) | $1,000 | Available |
| Thursday Breakfast | $400 | Available |
| Thursday Luncheon — Full Sponsor | $1,500 | Available |
| Co-Sponsorship (2 available) | $750 | Available |