A Class A CDL can open the door to more than traditional trucking. In railroad construction, CDL A drivers help move the equipment, materials, trucks, trailers, and field resources crews need to build, repair, and maintain rail infrastructure.
This is not always a dock-to-dock driving job.
Railroad construction drivers work as part of the field operation. Depending on the position and project, a CDL A driver may travel with a railroad construction crew, move equipment between jobsites, transport construction materials, support track or bridge projects, inspect vehicles, secure loads, and help keep the job moving once they arrive.
For experienced CDL A drivers who want a hands-on career outside traditional over-the-road trucking, railroad construction may offer a different path.
At Capital Railroad Contracting, CDL A drivers and support operators help crews complete railroad construction, Maintenance of Way, emergency repair, bridge, and other field projects.
Ready to put your CDL A to work in railroad construction?
A CDL A driver in railroad construction helps move the people, equipment, and materials required to complete work in the field.
The exact responsibilities depend on the vehicle, project, crew, and assignment.
CDL A railroad construction drivers may help with:
The driving matters, but so does understanding the field operation.
A strong railroad construction driver knows that getting the truck to the jobsite is only one part of the assignment. The crew depends on drivers to arrive safely, communicate clearly, protect company equipment, and help keep field operations organized.
Previous railroad experience is helpful, but it is not always required.
Relevant backgrounds may include:
Strong candidates are dependable, organized, comfortable around heavy equipment, and willing to learn railroad procedures.
Drivers must take vehicle condition, load securement, fatigue, and jobsite safety seriously.
Requirements may include:
A CDL does not automatically qualify a driver for every vehicle or railroad property. Employees must have the proper training and authorization for their assignments.
Many railroad construction jobs require travel because projects move from one location to another.
Drivers may experience overnight travel, hotel stays, early starts, long workdays, changing schedules, and regional or nationwide assignments.
This position is a good fit for drivers who enjoy variety, teamwork, and working around active construction projects.
Capital Railroad Contracting builds, repairs, and maintains railroad infrastructure.
We need CDL A drivers who communicate well, protect company equipment, support the crew, and take pride in doing the job right.
Your CDL may get you into the truck. Learning the railroad operation can help you build a long-term career.
Put your Class A CDL to work helping build and maintain railroad infrastructure.
Not always. Construction hauling, equipment transport, flatbed, agricultural, military, utility, and other field-driving experience may transfer well.
Many positions require travel to railroad yards, bridges, crossings, industrial facilities, and construction sites.
Include your CDL, endorsements, driving experience, trailer and equipment-hauling experience, safety record, construction background, and travel availability.