CDL Instructors
Juan “Oscar” Pagan has been an LCCC CDL instructor since 2021. 
He holds endorsement for:
- Hazmat
- Tanker
- Doubles/Triples
He is an active military member in the United States Air Force, where he has taught and trained other military members to become truck drivers.
As an LCCC CDL instructor, Oscar is keen to coach and develop new drivers into the transport industry. Guided by his joy for trucking, Oscar seeks to prepare new drivers in a safe and productive environment to keep America rolling.
"Oscar was amazing! I hear Oscar's voice driving now, "Gimme an honest 8." Don't ever let Mark or Oscar leave your program." - student 11/6/23
Dennis Pino has been an LCCC CDL instructor since 2021.
He holds a tanker endorsement.
Dennis has been a certified Wyoming 3rd party CDL examiner for over 30 years.
He has four decades of experience as a truck driver, instructor. A highlight during those years was winning four state championships at the Wyoming Truck Driving rodeo.
His passion for the industry led him to LCCC where he can instill his passion for the industry and knowledge of driving with the next generation of truckers.
"Dennis Pino was extremally good at being an instructor by creating small talk to relieve the anxiety of getting a Class A CDL therefore allowing his instructions to be absorbed quickly." - student 5/29/23
Joe Sanchez has been an LCCC CDL instructor since 2022.
He holds endorsements for:
- Tanker
- Doubles/Triples
Joe has over 13 years’ experience driving commercially, including low-boys, car haulers, piggy-backs, mobile cranes and various oilfield equipment. He is also a certified diesel mechanic.
He enjoys sharing his knowledge with others and helping them find their passion.
"Joey is a GREAT instructor, and he went above and beyond. He really knows his stuff and makes sure that you understand the thinking behind everything. I would recommend him to everybody." - student 10/8/24
Jake Schwabe has been an LCCC CDL instructor since January, 2024.
He holds endorsements for:
- Tankers
- Doubles/Triples
- Passenger Bus
- School Bus
Jake has been a certified Wyoming 3rd party CDL examiner since January, 2024.
He was previously a Wyoming State CDL examiner from 2019 - 2022.
He has experience driving commercially with flatbeds, tankers and dry vans.
Jake is a former US Air Force combat skills trainer.
"Jake was an excellent instructor. Very knowledgeable on all aspects of CDL. Amazing to work with." - student 6/14/24
Rodney Leiseth has been an LCCC CDL instructor since June, 2024.
He holds endorsements for:
- Hazmat
- Tankers
- Doubles/Triples
He has over 50 years’ experience commercially driving grain trucks, oil field equipment and tankers, flatbeds and belly-dumps, among other types of CDL equipment.
He previously taught CDL for 4 years at another school.
Chris Stewart has been an LCCC CDL instructor since January, 2025
Chris has over 25 years' experience in commercial enforcement at Wyoming's ports of entry and also serves as the state's New Entrant Auditor.
Brad Smith has been an LCCC CDL instructor since May, 2026.
He holds endorsements for:
- Tankers
- Doubles/Triples
He has previously been an owner operator and is currently a supervisor for Laramie County Public Works.