Derek Shaw
Paris,ON
Summary
Experienced with surface preparation, spray painting, and coating application in industrial settings. Utilizes advanced techniques to achieve durable and aesthetically pleasing finishes. Knowledge of safety procedures and quality control measures ensures optimal project execution.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Lead Hand
Canada Post
Paris, ON
08.2021 - Current
- Organize and manage the daily tasks associated with a retail outlet with a focus on postal products and services.
- Ensure team members are informed and up to date with training and changes with the RPOS system.
- Communicate daily with management regarding issues to do with staffing, health and safety, and various customer concerns.
- Have a full understanding of all products and services offered by Canada Post and be able to explain them in a clear and efficient manner.
Letter Carrier
Canada Post Corporation
Oakville/Brantford, ON
03.2007 - 08.2021
- Managed time effectively to complete all scheduled deliveries within expected time frames, ensuring consistent service levels for customers.
- Supported colleagues during peak periods or absences by covering additional routes or assisting with sorting duties as necessary.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely delivery of parcels, letters, and packages to residential and commercial addresses.
- Improved mail delivery efficiency by accurately sorting and organizing mail according to designated routes.
Industrial Painter
BC Rail-Contracted
North Vancouver, BC
1999 - 2007
- As a contracted painter for the BC Rail steam program I had the task of prepping and painting surfaces of multiple operating steam locomotives and rolling stock.
- Prep work consisted of grinding, needle gunning and sanding all surfaces. Once stripped, surfaces received high-build and epoxy primer prior to painting with PPG Concept paints.
- Utilizing archival blueprints, accurate templates and masks were created in CAD.
- Due to daily operating use, repair touch up and blending work was also preformed.
Industrial Painter
Canadian Pacific Railway-Contracted
North Van/New Westminster, BC And Calgary, AB
2000 - 2002
- As a painter, I was part of the restoration of CPR steam locomotive #2816.
- Following the complete disassembly of the locomotive and tenders, the metal surfaces were stripped, repaired and prepped for painting. The prep work consisted of sanding/grinding, needle gunning/sand blasting, degreasing and priming with high-build and epoxy primers.
- Final paints were colour matched to archival samples and PPG Concept 2 part paints were used for the final application.
- High temp paints were applied to parts of the locomotive susceptible to elevated temperatures.
- Acid etch primers were utilized on the jacketed areas of the locomotive.
- The internal water compartment of the tender had a rubberized sealer applied to the interior of the structure.
- The striping and lettering was replicated from archival blueprints in CAD and masking templates were produced.
Industrial Painter
CN Rail-Contracted
Squamish, BC
1999 - 1999
- Assisted in the refurbishing and painting of business car Pacific Spirit for Canadian National.
- Exterior surfaces were stripped of existing paint and fillers.
- Preparation of surfaces utilizing random orbital sanders, grinders and needle guns to remove old paint and residue prior to applying high build and epoxy primers.
- Mig welding was also used to repair various metal structures.
- Archival blueprints were interpreted to accurately dimension the lettering, striping and logos.
- Various parts of the project required re-chroming. These parts were disassembled and catalogued before delivery to an offsite chroming service. The organization of parts prior to chroming allowed for ease of reassembly months later.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Guelph
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Sheridan College
Brampton, ONSolidworks
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ONSkills
- Skilled in surface preparation and coating
- Proficient in reading blueprints and technical drawings
- Organizational skills and computer proficiency
- Consistent quality with attention to detail
- Able to communicate with team members efficiently
- Interested in learning new techniques and certifications
Languages
English
Interests
- Manual and CNC machining
- Adobe Photoshop and Photography/Digital Imaging
- R&D for the hobby industry
- Designing and machining gearboxes/mechanisms
- 3D printing and foundry work
- Vintage car restoration
- Painting, Powder coating and airbrushing
Timeline
Retail Lead Hand
Canada Post
08.2021 - Current
Letter Carrier
Canada Post Corporation
03.2007 - 08.2021
Industrial Painter
BC Rail-Contracted
1999 - 2007
Industrial Painter
Canadian Pacific Railway-Contracted
2000 - 2002
Industrial Painter
CN Rail-Contracted
1999 - 1999
Bachelor of Arts - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Guelph
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Sheridan College
Solidworks
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning