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Using Mixed-Metal Oxide with Small to Medium HDD Rigs

MMO Behaves Differently, but Effective in Unconsolidated Formations
Michael Kleespies
November 15, 2021
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Yes, MMO behaves differently, but it can prove effective in unconsolidated formations.


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employee benefits

Everyone Wants You: How to Choose the Right Drilling Job Offer

Changing Jobs? Use these Tips to Compare Your Options
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Jessica Alexander
November 12, 2021
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Considering a change of jobs? Use these tips to compare compensation, rewards packages.
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David King

Mental Health Should be Part of Safety Training at Drilling Companies

Suicide More Common in U.S. than Jobsite Fatalities Industry Focuses On
David King
David King
November 8, 2021
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Employers focus on jobsite injuries and fatalities, but more people die by suicide each year.


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What is the 30-Year Trajectory for Drilling Jobs?

Think About Demand as You Consider a Future for You, Your Company
Jeremy Verdusco
October 29, 2021
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Think about potential long-term growth areas as you consider you, your company’s future in the industry


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Spudder Drill Strings: The ABCs of a Drill Stem

Simple Steel Bar Designed to Add Weight
John Schmitt is a former Certified Well Driller and Pump Installer with decades of experience in the groundwater industry.
John Schmitt
October 25, 2021
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Simple, round steel bar designed to add weight for driving the drill bit.


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drilling rig maintenance

Routine Maintenance for Portable Water Well Drills

From Grease Guns to Bolt Tightening, Don’t Skimp on Upkeep
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
October 20, 2021
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Small drills can have a full service life with a little attention to routine greasing, cleaning and tightening.


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Dave Bowers

How Can We Make Drill Training More Effective?

Start by Understanding the Four Main Learning Styles
Dave Bowers
Dave Bowers
October 15, 2021
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Preparation, teaching to different learning styles can help trainers boost retention.
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driller training

For Drillers, Bridging the Gap between Training and Reality

When Did you Last Update your Drill Training Program?
Jake Fletcher
Jake Fletcher
October 11, 2021
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Take an honest look at your drill training program. Does it deliver results, or does it need a jolt?


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employee survey

Take the “Pulse” of Drilling Crews, other Employees with Surveys

Help Recruiting, Retention by Asking Workers their Thoughts
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Jessica Alexander
October 8, 2021
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Help recruiting, retention by asking workers, from entry level on up, what they think.


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Employment “Churn” an Opportunity for Drilling Companies

Millions of Workers Leave Jobs each Month in U.S.
Jeremy Verdusco
October 1, 2021
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Millions of workers leave jobs each month in the U.S. Drilling and construction have a lot to offer them.


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