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

  • Luke Young, Midlite Powerline Construction
    Doug is a very nice and helpful instructor; he always helped and gave good explanations when needed.
  • 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.
  • Robert Reardon, Stuart Olson
    Doug had great communication & presentation skills, with a lot of experience & stories to tell about what we were learning.
  • Dave D'haese, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
    Doug is very educated as well as experienced.
  • 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.
  • Chris Wilhelm, Capital Power
    Doug is very knowledgeable. Willing to find answers to questions that can't be answered immediately. Conducted the course very well throughout the day. My experience was good
  • 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.
  • 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...
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Roger Gallenero, Aquatera Utilities Inc.
    Doug is a very smart and professional instructor. He was knowledgeable on the subject matter.
  • 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.
  • Kevin Reid, West Fraser
    Doug did a fantastic job and explained all material as required. Very helpful and answered all questions.
  • Matt Will, Plains Midstream
    Doug moved through the material in an efficient matter, allowing us all to understand the information.
  • 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.

Upcoming Courses

Apr 09 - Apr 09, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR26779 Register
Apr 09 - Apr 10, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Halifax time, NS OR26780 Register
May 20 - May 20, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26863 Register
May 20 - May 21, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26864 Register
May 22 - May 22, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26960 Register
May 25 - May 29, 2026 In Person
Setting, Testing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting Electrical System Protective Devices
Edmonton, AB OR26389 Register
May 28 - May 28, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR26875 Register
May 28 - May 29, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR26876 Register
Jun 01 - Jun 04, 2026 In Person
Fundamentals of UPS and Battery Systems
Edmonton, AB OR26459 Register
Jun 15 - Jun 19, 2026 In Person
Setting, Testing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting Electrical System Protective Devices
Edmonton, AB OR26461 Register
Jun 19 - Jun 19, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR26970 Register
Jun 22 - Jun 22, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR26975 Register
Jun 25 - Jun 25, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26905 Register
Jun 25 - Jun 26, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26906 Register
Jul 06 - Jul 06, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26643 Register
Jul 06 - Jul 07, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26644 Register
Jul 07 - Jul 10, 2026 In Person
Fundamentals of UPS and Battery Systems
Edmonton, AB OR26607 Register
Jul 14 - Jul 15, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26646 Register
Jul 14 - Jul 14, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26645 Register
Jul 16 - Jul 16, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26668 Register
Jul 22 - Jul 22, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26926 Register
Jul 22 - Jul 23, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26927 Register
Jul 24 - Jul 24, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26980 Register
Jul 27 - Jul 29, 2026 In Person
Hydraulics: Foundations, Systems & Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR26731 Register
Jul 27 - Jul 27, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26985 Register
Jul 30 - Jul 31, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26943 Register
Jul 30 - Jul 30, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26942 Register
Oct 14 - Oct 14, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Power Cable Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Edmonton Time , AB OR26712 Register
Oct 21 - Oct 21, 2026 In Person
Rigging & Hoisting Fundamentals
Sherwood Park, AB OR26736 Register
Oct 28 - Oct 28, 2026 LIVE 2-Way Online
Fundamentals of Industrial and Substation Battery Testing & Maintenance
Training 8am-4pm Toronto time, ON OR26687 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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Fundamentals of Industrial and Substation Battery Testing & Maintenance

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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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