Material Support Clerk (Newport News)

Job Description

Job Description

Material Support Clerk

Location: Newport News, VA
Employment Type: Contract
Company: Ameri-Force

Ameri-Force is actively hiring Material Support Clerks for an upcoming project in Newport News, VA. This essential support role within shipyard operations requires strong physical endurance, safety awareness, and the ability to efficiently move, deliver, and organize materials across complex and demanding shipboard environments.

Position Overview:
As a Material Support Clerk, you will be responsible for handling, transporting, and organizing various materials — including pipe, valves, insulation, and fittings — throughout the shipyard and onboard vessels. You will collaborate closely with trades, warehouse teams, and project leads to ensure materials are delivered accurately and promptly to designated work areas, including confined spaces and elevated locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lift, carry, and maneuver materials up to 50 lbs through shipyard environments and onboard vessels
• Deliver materials into open areas, confined spaces, and at extreme heights aboard ships
• Walk, bend, squat, climb ladders, and stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift)
• Follow delivery schedules, material requests, and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate records of material movement and assist with inventory tracking
• Support site cleanliness and assist with general labor duties as needed
• Operate forklifts and other handling equipment upon certification
• Strictly follow all safety and PPE protocols

Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to work in physically demanding environments (confined spaces, extreme heat/cold, elevated platforms)
• Must be dependable, energetic, and safety-focused
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required
• Good communication and customer service mindset when interacting with trades and supervisors
• Familiarity with basic warehouse or material picking systems is a plus
• Experience in marine, shipyard, or industrial environments is preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00- $27.31 Per hour”

Ameri-Force Benefits

As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Industry Leading Pay
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits
• Term Life Benefits
• Referral Bonuses

*Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only

About Ameri-Force

Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and worker’s compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.

Learn more at ameriforce.com

* Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the company’s requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.