Capital Railroad Contracting

10/22/2026

Jack and Bore

When utilities or culverts need to pass beneath railroad infrastructure, open trenching is not always an option. Jack-and-bore construction uses a launching pit, hydraulic force and an auger or cutting head to install steel casing beneath the crossing.

The method can reduce surface disruption while creating a protected route for utilities or drainage.

10/21/2026

In any successful project, the small things matter. Consistently measuring and double-checking your work should become second nature.

Here's why:
- Accuracy Boost: Reduces errors and enhances quality.
- Efficiency Gain: Saves time by preventing costly mistakes.
- Trust Building: Demonstrates reliability to clients and colleagues.

10/20/2026

What makes someone successful in an entry-level railroad construction role?

Experience helps, but employers also look for traits that cannot be taught quickly: dependability, willingness to learn, attention to safety, physical readiness and respect for the crew.

For the right person, an entry-level position can be the beginning of a long career in the railroad industr

10/15/2026

Water is one of the most persistent challenges facing railroad infrastructure.

Poor drainage can soften the subgrade, contaminate ballast, contribute to settlement and shorten the life of track components. Ditches, culverts and properly maintained ballast help move water away from the track structure.

Managing water is an essential part of maintaining reliable track.

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

Good communication is a piece of safety equipment every crew carries.

Clear instructions, confirmed responsibilities and timely updates help prevent assumptions from becoming hazards. When conditions or plans change, every person affected needs the same information.

A strong crew does not simply talk—it confirms that the message was understood.

10/08/2026

Directional Boring & Signal Work

Installing conduit, cable and utilities around railroad infrastructure requires careful planning and coordination. Directional boring can create an underground path while limiting surface disruption in locations where open excavation may not be practical.

Capital Railroad supports railroad and industrial projects with site preparation, boring, conduit installation and related signal work.

10/07/2026

What is a hi-rail vehicle?

A hi-rail vehicle is equipped to travel on both public roads and railroad track. Retractable rail wheels allow the vehicle to access the track while its road tires provide propulsion and braking on many configurations.

These vehicles help crews transport people, tools and equipment to locations that may be difficult to reach from the roadway.

10/06/2026

New track is more than rail, ties and ballast.

Successful rail construction starts with surveying and site preparation, then moves through grading, earthwork, drainage, materials, track laying, surfacing and final alignment. Each stage affects the next. A contractor that understands the whole sequence can spot conflicts early and keep the project moving safely and efficiently.

Contact Capital Railroad when you need one team to coordinate the work from the ground up.

10/01/2026

Experienced construction workers know that the right tool can make a difficult day a little easier.

If you could choose only one hand tool to keep nearby on every job, what would it be—and why?

We want to hear from the people who know the work best. Add your answer in the comments.