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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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lead water lines

For the Drilling Industry, Perception Matters

From Lead to PFAS, Information About Groundwater is Everywhere
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 21, 2022
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From lead to PFAS, drillers and groundwater pros have expertise to share, but need to join the conversation.


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bidding for specialty drilling projects

Know the Dynamics, Responsibilities of Specialty Drilling Projects

Higher-Level Drill Bids Require Collaboration, Due Diligence
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
May 24, 2022
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Tips for collaboration, due diligence to help you drill well with others.


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water well development

Optimizing Well Development? Focus Your Energy

Drillers Need Understanding of Formation Disruption, Repair
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
April 26, 2022
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Understanding formation disruption, repair particularly critical on a newer, more powerful drill rig.


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training new generations in the drilling trades

Hiring into, Working in and Selling a Modern Drilling Industry

Newer Generations Insist on Blending Soft, Hard Skills
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
March 29, 2022
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Today, it can take a different approach to recruit, work with and close the sale with newer generations.


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Ball State University geothermal project

4 Production Drilling Lessons from Ball State’s Geothermal Project

Big Job Shows Mindset Shift from Water Wells to Production
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
February 23, 2022
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Massive 2009 head loop installation illustrates a mindset shift from water well driller to production driller.


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drilling assistant training

Is it Time for Drilling to Retire the Term ‘Helper’?

Industry May Benefit from a New View of This Critical Role
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
January 26, 2022
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We benefit as an industry if we treat assistant drillers as teammates, and train them that way.
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drilling project with multiple stakeholders

Infrastructure Investments a Big Growth Opportunity for Drilling Industry

Big Projects Demand Inspired People who Can Work Collaboratively
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
December 20, 2021
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To capitalize, companies need to inspire folks who don’t mind working hard at fulfilling work.


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“Groundwater & Wells” training

Training Brings Drillers, Scientists, Engineers all to One Table

A Cross-Discipline Approach from ‘Groundwater & Wells’ Authors
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
November 26, 2021
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“Groundwater & Wells” training guides stakeholders from siting to installation to useful life of a water well.


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driller training

Drill Training? Mentors Can Ease Ups, Downs

Growth as a Driller Often Requires Failure for Development
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
October 22, 2021
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Mentors can ease the ups, downs of drill training, and help newcomers through the failures required for growth.


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Brandon Lamar of Matrix Drilling Products operates one of the company’s CNC machines

Drill Rod, Tool Manufacturer Aims for Customized Solutions

Gearing up? Rig down? A Good Manufacturing Partner is Key
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
September 29, 2021
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Gearing up? Rig down? A good manufacturing partner can help drilling contractors rest easier.


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