THE UCEL TEAM

Frank founded Urban Construction Equipment Limited in 1963. A great innovator and creator of cutting-edge equipment and ideas, he believed no challenge was insurmountable and never said “it can’t be done”. While Frank passed in 2012, he left behind a legacy of strength and perseverance to his children who strive every day to deliver on a vision of being one of the best hoisting equipment providers in the world.

Les was the linchpin of UCEL for decades. Working with his father Frank since childhood, Les brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the company. He has worked on countless hoisting projects across Canada, the United States and internationally as far away as Kazakhstan. Les has sat on several of the CSA and TSSA boards which drafted the local codes we see today. Les has been the driving force in making UCEL the brand it is today. Les attends trade shows and company events, actively sits on regulatory boards and is a consultant of UCEL. Les is also a licensed master Elevating Devices Mechanic. Currently a committee member to re-write the Z185 and B311 industry regulatory codes with the CSA.

Mack is UCEL’s third-generation of family ownership and has worked with UCEL since 2006. Mack’s focus is business development, strategy, and client relationships. He handles the executive management of UCEL. Mack is a graduate of Ryerson University with a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Like his father, Mack is a journeyman Elevating Devices Mechanic for rack and pinion elevators.

Chet is a part of UCEL’s 3 third-generation of family ownership and has worked with UCEL over 14 years. He is focused on retaining UCEL’s high reputation for excellent quality machines and service. Chet is also involved in UCEL’s remote-location business in industrial sectors across Canada. He brings a truly safety- and quality-focused culture to UCEL. Chet is a licenced Elevating Devices Mechanic.

Jason joined the UCEL team with an extensive background in the North American construction industry. Experienced in managing sales, operations, rentals and manufacturing of heavy construction machinery and attachments, he understands the importance of quality, efficiency, and timely service response to help our customers complete their projects successfully. As UCEL continues to grow, Jason will help ensure we maintain our strong service foundation and remain the top choice for our customers.

With over 25 years working in variety of Human Resource functions, Susan is pleased to join UCEL as Human Resource Manager. Susan is here to help build and support our greatest asset: our dedicated, diverse, and ever expanding team. Interested candidates can reach Susan at careers@ucel.ca.

Al joined the team in early 2012 to bolster UCEL’s sales force in the GTA. He has seen UCEL more than double in size during his tenure with the firm. His customer-focused approach to sales and management is unmatched, and always gets the job done right.

With ten years of experience in drafting and construction, Zia brings a wealth of technical expertise to every interaction with UCEL’s client partners. Working closely with site supervisors, project managers, engineers and architects, Zia’s extensive experience with our equipment gives him unique insight and the ability to make specialized recommendations that maximize the use of our equipment.

Jason Watt comes to UCEL with 15 years of technical sales experience under his belt. Beginning his sales career in the chemical field, Jason transitioned to the aftermarket automotive sector, gaining an abundance of experience that he brings to UCEL today. Treating our customers like people, building long-term relationships, and remembering it’s not all about the numbers are just a few of the attributes that have Jason right at home as part of the UCEL family.

Born and educated as a machinist/millwright in Germany with over 15 years with UCEL, Robert’s background makes him the perfect choice to co-ordinate UCEL’s internal operations including equipment turn-around, custom fabrication and material preparation. Our reliability and punctuality hinge on the smooth function of our plant and operations, and Robert’s experience and management has enabled UCEL to complete large, complicated projects safely and on time.

Charlie joined UCEL in 2016 and has been an excellent addition to the team. With vast experience in complicated manufacturing and processing electrical equipment, he’s brought a keen eye to service and equipment quality at UCEL. Charlie manages equipment turnaround, electrical safety and service for UCEL’s rental and industrial clients.

With 10 years of experience now at UCEL, Kris excels as our Field Service Supervisor. Graduate of the Elevating Devices Mechanic – B Program, Kris leads our Field Service team, supports our install crews, and works closely with the TSSA to ensure compliance, safety and training are always at peak standards.

With 12 years of service at UCEL, Jonathan Zalevich oversees our extensive field crews, manages client, site and employee interactions, liaises with the TSSA and keeps everyone on the same page and working towards the same goals – staying safe, and getting the job done right the first time.

With over a decade of experience in
construction, Lyne Hoben brings her wealth of expertise to every project from concept to completion, ensuring the right equipment and product is installed on budget, and meets quality and safety standards. For tailored façade access solutions, contact Lyne at lhoben@ucelinc.com.

Marc joined UCEL with a background in operations management, and uses that focus on detail and big-picture thinking to source new opportunities and research developments to tailor solutions for our clients across North America. You can reach Marc at msundardas@ucelinc.com.

With his roots in installation and province-wide inspection, David brings a unique and broad understanding of regulations and standards to UCEL, providing clients with expert guidance and tailored solutions. On every project, David delivers exceptional service and ensures the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and reliability. You can reach David at dvandasselar@ucelinc.com.

With experience in sales, marketing, and customer service, Anthony excels at building relationships and making sure our Façade team stays organized and on time, providing a crucial step in making sure our clients projects finish on schedule . Anthony can be reached at asgro@ucelinc.com.

Covering the West coast as our Western Sales Representative, Matt brings his sales and technical expertise from in the manufacturing and rental sectors to help UCEL’s clients find the right equipment solutions every time. You can reach Matt at mpaton@ucelinc.com.

With his wealth of experience in
engineering, operations and manufacturing, Wilfred directs and aligns our operations to ensure all pieces of this well-oiled machine are running efficiently, effectively, and safely. Wilfred can be reached at wwright@ucelinc.com.

Patrick joined UCEL with years of experience in both the Tower Crane and Construction Hoist markets. Holding positions in everything from Project Management, Safety Director, Sales and Regional Management. Pat uses those experiences to drive big picture thinking and care when dealing directly with our clients and suppliers on the United States. You can reach Pat at pfullerton@ucelinc.com

As a 2015 graduate from the Centre for Canine Education at Prince-ton, Clyde has kept a vigilant watch over all UCEL’s operations – couriers beware!