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Brock Yordy

Brock Yordy

Brock Yordy, Director of Industry Engagement for The Driller, is a third-generation driller and globally recognized subject matter expert who has written for The Driller since 2013. Driven by a passion for industry education and digital media, he anchors The Driller Newscast and hosts weekly podcasts for the trade. His technical authority is backed by decades of extreme fieldwork worldwide for organizations like Halliburton, SUEZ, and the U.S. Government. Dedicated to ensuring clean water for all and advancing equitable geothermal heating and cooling, Brock actively collaborates with states nationwide through The Developed Well Group and the Geothermal Drillers Association to shape policy, safety, and workforce training.
 

email: brock@thedriller.com | office: (269) 348-5156

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Chris Colson leading a tool fishing crew

How to be the Leader Drilling Crews, Others Follow

It All Comes Down to Vision, Empathy, Accountability
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
October 28, 2020
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The best leaders in drilling, other industries have vision, empathy and accountability.
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Tips for New Recruits to the Drilling Industry

Starting a Drilling Job in 2020 or 2021? Welcome. Now Make an Impact.
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
September 25, 2020
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The need for water — and the experts who drill for it — is only getting greater.
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drilling crew on jobsite

How Drilling's Tribal Attitudes Feed a Risky Safety Culture

Some Drillers Wrongly Glorify Near-Misses, Challenge Fate
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
August 26, 2020
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Driller culture needs to recognize unsafe working conditions, prevent unnecessary risks.
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What Does Testing Tell me about Drilling Fluids?

Questions, Answers about Good Drilling Mud Programs
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
July 27, 2020
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We answer viewer questions about drilling mud, testing equipment and a "consistent baseline."
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How Drillers Can Work with Engineers, Build Better Wells

Both Bring Experiences that can Improve Water Well Design
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 29, 2020
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Collaboration can lead to better results, help head off Day Zero events.
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Jeff Williams

An Interview with McEllhiney Lecturer Jeff Williams

Drilling Industry Vet Talks Business, Recruiting, Training
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
May 22, 2020
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We speak to former NGWA president about business, recruiting.
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drilling rig on jobsite

How Can I Pay for that New Drill Rig?

Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
April 20, 2020
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What does it take to maintain a successful business? To get a well-rounded perspective on this important topic, I interviewed a driller within our community and a custom home-builder connected to our community.
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N95 Masks

Soap, Sanitizer, Social Distance: Drilling in the Coronavirus Pandemic

'Essential' Drillers Adjust to a New Type of Safety
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
March 30, 2020
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From decon and hand washing to spreading out at those tailgate meetings.
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coronavirus

What are Best Practices for Drillers During the Coronavirus Pandemic?

Covid-19 Has Led to Changes in How the Industry Gets Work Done
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
March 23, 2020
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Contractors can take steps to reduce Covid-19 risks for customers, crews.
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field training for new drillers

Water Scarcity an Opportunity for Drillers

Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
March 16, 2020
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The World Resource Institute states that more than 1 billion people live in water-scarce regions, with that number projected to reach 3.5 billion within a decade.
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