Project Profile: West Georgia Technical College | Waco, GA

Caliber 1 Construction served as the general contractor for the West Georgia Technical College Industrial Building in Waco, Georgia. This new single-story, 19,533-square-foot pre-engineered metal building was developed on an approximately 6-acre campus site for the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission and the Technical College System of Georgia. Designed by Praxis3, the facility expands hands-on learning opportunities and supports long-term workforce development across multiple technical programs.

A Purpose-Built Industrial Training Facility

This technical college construction project was designed to support real-world instruction in high-demand trades. The completed industrial training facility gives West Georgia Technical College a durable, functional space for classroom learning, skills development, and equipment-based training.

The building was planned perfectly in order to serve a wide range of instructional and support needs, including:

• Welding training facility areas
• CDL training building support spaces
• Lineman training space
• Classrooms and offices
• Storage rooms and workroom
• Restrooms and locker room
• Lobby and community room
• Mechanical, electrical, and fire rooms
• Additional support spaces for daily campus operations

Durable Building Systems for Long-Term Use

This industrial building construction project used a pre-engineered metal building system supported by durable materials and practical finishes. The facility was built to handle daily use while maintaining a clean, professional appearance on campus.

Exterior Construction Features

Key exterior components included:

• Insulated metal wall panels
• Standing seam metal roofing
• Masonry accents
• Storefront glazing
• Translucent glass systems
• Overhead coiling doors
• Drive-through canopy
• Gated outdoor welding area

These features support both function and appearance, while helping the building serve as a reliable vocational training facility for years to come.

Interior Buildout and Training Support

Inside the facility, Caliber 1 Construction completed a full interior buildout tailored to technical education. The layout supports instruction, storage, movement of equipment, and day-to-day campus use.

Interior Scope Highlights

• Polished concrete flooring
• Interior partitions and gypsum board
• Acoustical ceilings
• Painting and finish work
• Lockers and casework
• Solid surface countertops
• Roller shades and entrance mats
• Visual display units
• Classroom and support space finishes

Site Development and MEP Coordination

This campus construction project also included major site development and infrastructure improvements. Caliber 1 coordinated the work needed to make the site functional, accessible, and ready for long-term use.

Site and Utility Improvements

• New campus parking lots
• Seal coating of the CDL parking lot
• Asphalt and concrete paving
• Pavement markings
• Fencing and gates
• Bollards
• Turf, grasses, and plantings
• Site water distribution
• Storm drainage and subdrainage
• Sanitary sewer systems

Building Systems Coordination

The project required detailed MEP coordination for:

• Fire suppression
• Plumbing
• HVAC
• Electrical
• Communications
• Fire alarm
• Exterior lighting
• Vocational training equipment

Project Results

The completed West Georgia Technical College Industrial Building provides a modern workforce development facility that supports welding, CDL, lineman, and other technical training programs. Caliber 1 Construction delivered a durable, well-coordinated facility that strengthens hands-on instruction and supports future student success.

Caliber 1 Construction delivers reliable construction solutions for education, public, and commercial projects across Georgia and the Southeast. Contact us today to discuss your next facility.