Doug Baker

instructor years of experience

50

Years of
Experience

Biography

Doug brings over forty five years experience in the electrical industry, working for utility, utility contractors, engineering firm, and educational institute. Most recently finishing a career at NAIT as an instructor/academic chair (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) in Power Lineman, Power System Electrician, Electrician and Electrical Engineering Technology programs. He has constructed and maintained power lines and substations in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Expertise

Testimonials

  • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
    Doug is very educated as well as experienced.
  • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
    Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
  • Kristopher Hingtgen, KPDSB
    Doug was extremely knowledgeable about the course material and delivered the course as such. He ensured that the people in the course were understanding of the material covered and provided time for any issues or questions.
  • Anthony Andrews, Louisiana Pacific Canada
    Doug was knowledgeable about the material. He also had much relevant experiences in real life with the course content that he was able to relay to the students.
  • Kevin Reid, West Fraser
    Doug did a fantastic job and explained all material as required. Very helpful and answered all questions.
  • Jesse Coonce, Capital Power
    Doug was a good instructor that displayed great course knowledge and was engaging while covering the content in a productive manner.
  • Zayn Haque, Littelfuse Startco
    Doug was a great instructor. His experience in the field provides a wealth of knowledge and examples that made the course very engaging and enjoyable. He ran the course very efficiently.
  • Robert Reardon, Stuart Olson
    Doug had great communication & presentation skills, with a lot of experience & stories to tell about what we were learning.
  • Shane Robinson, Pembina
    Doug was very knowledgeable. He was able to explain situations and give real life examples to us. He was very good at making sure the class was kept engaged and helped us better understand.
  • Matt Will, Plains Midstream
    Doug moved through the material in an efficient matter, allowing us all to understand the information.
  • Chad Hansen, Enbridge Pipelines
    Doug was very knowledgeable about the course, with a lot of hands-on experience. He was able to answer all questions and communicates the material.
  • Luke Young, Midlite Powerline Construction
    Doug is a very nice and helpful instructor; he always helped and gave good explanations when needed.
  • Chris Wilhelm, Capital Power
    Doug is very knowledgeable. Willing to find answers to questions that couldn't be answered immediately, and he conducted the course very well throughout the day. My experience was good.
  • Darren Gelineau, International Paper Company
    Doug had lots of hands-on experience in the field and was able to teach us tough examples that way.
  • Clay Almberg, Enbridge Pipelines
    Doug was very knowledgeable, with a wide range of information from his background.

Upcoming Courses

Jan 21 - Jan 21, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR26137 Register
Feb 02 - Feb 06, 2026 In Person
Setting, Testing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting Electrical System Protective Devices
Edmonton, AB OR26022 Register
Feb 09 - Feb 12, 2026 In Person
Fundamentals of UPS and Battery Systems
Edmonton, AB OR26023 Register
Feb 18 - Feb 18, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR26240 Register
Feb 23 - Feb 27, 2026 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Edmonton, AB OR26025 Register
Feb 26 - Feb 26, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Cable Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26148 Register
Mar 23 - Mar 23, 2026 In Person
Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding
Edmonton, AB OR26087 Register
Mar 23 - Mar 26, 2026 In Person
Fundamentals of UPS and Battery Systems
Edmonton, AB OR26196 Register
Mar 24 - Mar 24, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Cable Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR26149 Register
Mar 30 - Apr 03, 2026 In Person
Advanced Electrical System Testing and Maintenance - includes Medium Voltage
Edmonton, AB OR26198 Register
Apr 21 - Apr 21, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Rigging & Hoisting Fundamentals
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26257 Register

All Courses Taught

Fundamentals of UPS and Battery Systems

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Advanced Electrical System Testing and Maintenance - includes Medium Voltage

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How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning

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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification

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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety

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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification

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Setting, Testing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting Electrical System Protective Devices

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Power Cable Testing & Maintenance

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Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding

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Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators

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Rigging & Hoisting Fundamentals

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Hydraulics: Foundations, Systems & Troubleshooting

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