Hot Box Crew Lead (Ottawa)

Job Summary: Urban Life Solutions is looking for experienced Hot Box Leads to join our construction and maintenance crews. Under the direction of the Foreman, this role focuses primarily on asphalt work, including operating hot box equipment, leading patching and repair, and ensuring quality surface finishing on municipal and federal projects. Additional duties may include supporting concrete and general construction tasks, along with seasonal landscape maintenance in summer and snow removal in winter. Responsibilities: Support asphalt paving, patching, and repair tasks for roads, pathways, and parking lots. Operate hand tools, power tools, and light machinery (compactors, asphalt pavers, rollers, etc.) Load and unload materials, ensuring a clean and safe work environment. Follow Foreman’s instructions and adhere to safety guidelines and project specifications. Perform construction and landscape maintenance during summer season and snow removal during the winter season, as needed Other duties as required What we offer: Competitive wages, benefits, RRSP contributions and vacation time A agile and inclusive working environment that encourages professional growth and development Boot allowance Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 3+ years of experience working in construction or landscape. Experience using digital tools like Corfix, Samsara, and other field reporting systems Experience installing pavers, including lift-and-relay work Hands-on experience placing, finishing, and repairing concrete and asphalt Familiarity with tools and techniques for placing and finishing concrete and asphalt. Working knowledge of asphalt processes like cut, peel, and pave Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and prolonged standing. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow). Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and take direction. Able to drive trucks and tow trailers (load, secure, and haul properly) Valid G driver’s license is an asset; experience with small equipment (e.g., bobcats, compactors) is a plus. Can obtain or have a valid and current security clearance (reliability/secret) At ULS, we believe in fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment, and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming new members to our team in the future. In the meantime, feel free to explore our website to learn more about our company culture, values, and the impactful work we do. Employees at ULS must be able and willing to work at any site where ULS is contracted to perform work, based on operational and client requirements. Work locations may vary depending on scheduling, weather conditions, and business needs. Employees must be willing and capable of performing manual labour duties required for both winter and summer operations. This includes physically demanding work such as shoveling, lifting, landscaping, construction-related tasks, and working outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions. Inclusive Work Environment: ULS we embrace and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous people, and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, colour, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, etc. If you require accommodation feel free to reach out with any questions. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. ULS uses AI in our recruitment process to help assess and select candidates for positions. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the volume of applications, we will only be reaching out to those who meet the requirements for the next steps in our hiring process. Work Location: In person Pay: CA$24.00 – CA$28.00 per hour Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pt62f