Drillers deserve a republic.
Republic Drill Co. was forged from Venture Drilling Supply — built over four decades by Wayne McCarthy, a man who understood that this industry runs on grit, not glory.
FORGED FROM A VENTURE.
CARRIED FORWARD BY THE REPUBLIC.
After Wayne's passing in 1994, the family carried the venture forward. In 2018, Colt McCarthy took the reins. Out of the rubble, a republic was forming.
Today, we are the nation's largest water well, mining, and geothermal drilling distributor. We don't just supply the industry — we lead it.
Mission, vision,
purpose.
The compass we run by. Set forty years ago. Still pointing the same way.
Lead in people, products, and services.
Build a better future for the trade — for the operators, the families, and the industries we serve.
A culture that catalyzes other industries.
Equip the next generation.
Knowledge, product, community.
We keep you drilling.
This industry
takes grit.
It's marred with scars and built upon the sacrifices of drilling families. We've ventured alongside them. We stopped asking what it's all for, and started building a better future.
- 0101 · Necessity
A future where the work we do is viewed as the vital necessity that it really is.
- 0202 · Talent
Where only the most talented and capable decide to pursue this work.
- 0303 · Innovation
Where barriers to innovation are broken and the industry becomes a beacon.
- 0404 · Beacon
Where other industries look to ours for inspiration.
“Join the Republic. We're drilling the future.”
The people
in the hole.
Drillers, parts experts, and operators behind every order.
Nocona Williams
Talequah
LinkedInMarketing Manager for Republic Drill Co. and UsedRigs.com, based in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. With 19+ years on the brand, Nocona leads marketing, customer success, and the storytelling that carries the Republic forward.
Jared Kinchen
Dripping Springs
Jared has 20+ years exoerience in leading medium to large teams and driving organizational strategy. He operates as our fractional Chief Strategy Officer, and alongside his team at Novel Work Co., they help us continue to develop a world-class organization and lead the industry in people, process, and technology.
Dustin Drew
Austin
LinkedInVice President of Operations at Republic Drill Co., based in Pflugerville, Texas. Dustin brings 21+ years of operations leadership across the drilling and heavy equipment industries, overseeing day-to-day execution across the company's national footprint.
Joseph Clark
Greater Pittsburgh, PA
LinkedInEastern US Regional Manager leading strategic growth and operational excellence across one of the most dynamic territories in the drilling industry. Focused on business strategy, sales management, and building strong, long-term customer relationships.
Stefan Waller
Austin, TX
LinkedInHead of Product Development at Republic Drill Co. Mechanical engineer with a diverse background across manufacturing, project management, and automotive testing — leading the design and engineering work behind the next generation of Republic rigs and support equipment.
Chance Hendershot
Pflugerville, TX
LinkedInDirector of Service driving growth and excellence in SED and water well equipment support. Nearly 18 years in the field, leading service operations and technician development across Republic Drill's national service network.
Victor Pierce
Pflugerville, TX
LinkedInService Manager at Republic Drill Co., focused on maximizing equipment uptime and delivering reliable service to the drilling industry. Six-plus years on the bench and in the field keeping customer rigs turning to the right.
Andrew Nilson
Jewett City, CT
LinkedInExperienced field mechanic with 16 years in heavy equipment and environmental drilling, backed by a mechanical engineering background. Leads Northeast field service development — hands-on with diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems on every rig that comes through.
Sterling Roth
Austin, TX
LinkedInAccounting Manager at Republic Drill Co. with a BBA in Accounting and 11+ years of experience. Owns the books, reporting, and financial operations that keep the Republic running.
Join the Republic.
Open roles across our locations. Don't see your fit? Send a resume — we keep an open file.
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We're always interested in talented people. Reach out at careers@drillrepublic.com.