The reality most experienced drivers face
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You have valuable skills and real-world experience, but nowhere to use them locally in a stable way.
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Many training programs feel chaotic or outdated — and you know students deserve better.
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You want to teach, mentor, and stay in the industry you love… without burning out.
We get it.
We’re drivers and trainers too.
Zia CDL Academy is the Permian Basins' Premier CDL training provider. We’re FMCSA-approved and focused on hands-on, practical training that gets students job-ready fast.
We’re not a giant corporate school — we’re local, growing, and committed to doing training right. That’s why we need great instructors like you to join our team.
Two Ways to Join
I joined with zero knowledge on how to get my CDL. Luisa helped me acquire the necessary information. Alejandro, Aaron, and Gabby helped me get OTR experience and job ready skill set. I just landed my first job. Best decision I've made!!
-Alfredo M.
Meet the Team
These are the great folks you'll be working with!
Owner
Luisa
Luisa owns Zia CDL Academy, and has trained countless students over the last 30+ years. She was Director of Transportation Training at New Mexico Junior College, and also owns B&G Transportation and M&M Tours.
Director of Operations
Lorena
Lorena oversees operations of Zia CDL Academy, she guides students to success by pairing them with great instructors, handling all scheduling, and keeping all operations moving smoothly!
Driver Instructor
Olga
Olga has held a CDL for many years, and also holds Passenger and School Bus endorsements. Olga is a daring and adventurous kind of person, which allows her to guide students through new environments with ease!
Lead Instructor
Gabby
Gabby has held a CDL for many years, and is known for her patience with students, and is an overall excellent instructor. Gabby has experience with many different types of equipment, and also drives charter and school buses!
Driver Instructor
Jerry
Jerry has held a CDL for over 30 years, and is a fun and lively instructor, with a background in music education, he's the perfect instructor to keep you in tempo when shifting! You'll have your truck singing in no time!
Driver Instructor
Brad
Brad has many years experience in oilfield and OTR (Over The Road) environments, and is a patient and understanding instructor. His knowledge, background, and experience make him a great instructor for students of all experience levels.
Director of Operations
Aaron
Aaron is our very own in-house business consultant, also holds a class A CDL, and hops in to help instruct from time to time!
Maintenance Supervisor
Robert
Robert is a certified truck mechanic specializing in maintaining and repairing commercial vehicles. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring vehicles are in top condition, he keeps Zia on the road!
Maintenance Technician
Ernesto
Ernesto assists with repairs, fuels our trucks, and ensures that our trucks are kept spotless! We believe a clean truck is a safe truck, and Ernesto takes pride in keeping our fleet looking good!
Maintenance Technician
Isaac
Isaac specializes in electrical components. His ability to trace wires, and perform quick repairs makes him an invaluable member of our Maintenance Department.
Maintenance Technician
Luis
Luis is one of our maintenance technicians, he knows our trucks inside and out! Luis has experience working on many different types of equipment, from 18-Wheelers, to School Buses, and Motor Coaches!
Our Mission
Zia CDL Academy will train future commercial drivers with a 95% first time pass rate because every driver deserves a safe, high-paying career.