WDC Exploration & Wells, headquartered in Sacramento, Calif., announces the promotion of Brian Johnson from field operations manager to sales manager in the company’s Las Vegas office. Johnson has 19 years of experience in the drilling industry, including project management and field crew oversight. “Brian’s practical, hands-on experience and customer service-oriented philosophy are a great foundation for this promotion,” says district manager Eric Brue. Johnson will be responsible for customer support and sales activities in southern Nevada and Utah, including environmental, geotechnical, mining and water supply projects. He is committed to a focus on safety, technical excellence and long term customer satisfaction. Contact Johnson at 720-558-9800 or brianjohnson@wdcexploration.com.

Bob Nix, field operations manager in WDC’s Montclair, Calif., office, is moving to the Las Vegas office. Nix has 32 years experience in the environmental drilling industry, including a strong background in safety, program/project management and daily crew oversight. “Bob’s focus on safety, and his organizational skills, allows him to concentrate on drill-crew performance and client satisfaction,” says Tim Cechini, Southern California district manager. “While he will be missed in the Los Angeles area, the entire WDC organization will benefit from Bob’s move to southern Nevada.” Nix will be responsible for project pricing and field coordination for drilling projects in southern Nevada and Utah, including environmental, geotechnical, mining and water supply projects. Contact Nix at 909-772-7290 or bobnix@wdcexploration.com.