Doug Baker

instructor years of experience

49

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

  • 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.
  • Mary-Grace Bromley, Stuart Olson
    Doug provided adequate knowledge to take home and provided hands-on instruction. He was knowledgeable with electrical questions regarding the use of equipment/ meters, as well as additional information from real-life experience. Regarding the material in the course, he answered common electrical problems...
  • 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.
  • Clay Almberg, Enbridge Pipelines
    Doug was very knowledgeable, with a wide range of information from his background.
  • Kevin Reid, West Fraser
    Doug did a fantastic job and explained all material as required. Very helpful and answered all questions.
  • 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.
  • Luke Young, Midlite Powerline Construction
    Doug is a very nice and helpful instructor; he always helped and gave good explanations when needed.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Matt Will, Plains Midstream
    Doug moved through the material in an efficient matter, allowing us all to understand the information.
  • Robert Reardon, Stuart Olson
    Doug had great communication & presentation skills, with a lot of experience & stories to tell about what we were learning.
  • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
    Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
  • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
    Doug is very educated as well as experienced.

Upcoming Courses

Dec 10 - Dec 10, 2025 In Person
Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding
Edmonton, AB OR25836 Register
Jan 26 - Jan 30, 2026 In Person
Advanced Electrical System Testing and Maintenance - includes Medium Voltage
Edmonton, AB OR26021 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 23 - Feb 27, 2026 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Edmonton, AB OR26025 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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Industrial and Substation Grounding & Bonding

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