New Brunswick Power Engineer Certification
New Brunswick uses the SOPEEC standard for power engineer certification. The 4th Class is the entry-level certificate in this jurisdiction; no 5th Class exists here.
✓ SOPEEC standard exam 🏪 Technical Inspection Services (NB Department of Justice and Public Safety)Exam format in New Brunswick
New Brunswick uses the SOPEEC 4th Class standard — the same format used across 12 Canadian provinces and territories.
| Parameter | SOPEEC 4th Class (4A / 4B) |
|---|---|
| Format | Multiple choice |
| Papers | 2 (4A / 4B) |
| Questions per paper | 100 |
| Duration per paper | 3 hours |
| Pass mark | 65% |
| Papers independent? | Yes — each paper must be passed separately |
Exam fees
$40 per exam (or rewrite); $50 licence renewal; $50 interprovincial interchange issuance.
Arena & pool operators
Ice rinks: New Brunswick uses a four-class system; most arenas need at least a 4th Class as chief engineer.
Pools: Pool heating plants follow the same four-class system if they meet registration thresholds.
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Pay
Power engineers in New Brunswick earn a median of $43.27/hour, ranging from $25.85 to $58.15/hour, and pay rises with class — higher tickets certify you for larger, higher-pressure plants. Source: Government of Canada Job Bank (NOC 92100, 2023–2024); last verified 2026-06-15. Wages vary by region, employer, and shift.
See how New Brunswick compares across Canada on the power engineer salary page.
New Brunswick practice exams by class
Province-specific prep for the New Brunswick power engineering exams — each with the local regulator, fees, and a free 20-question sample.
4th Class Part A (4A) practice exam
584 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
4th Class Part B (4B) practice exam
778 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
3rd Class Part A practice exam
791 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
3rd Class Part B practice exam
808 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
2nd Class Part A practice exam
668 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
2nd Class Part B practice exam
733 questions · New Brunswick regulator, fees & a free sample.
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4th Class Part A
584 questions across 12 units. Elementary mechanics, thermodynamics, boiler systems, electrotechnology, and more.
Learn more4th Class Part B
778 questions across 12 units. Plant operations, maintenance, water treatment, HVAC, refrigeration, and more.
Learn moreAlso available: full 3rd, 2nd & 1st Class question banks — browse all 8 courses →
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