Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit (CBMU) 202 changed hands during an official change of command ceremony on board Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek, June 9.

Lt. Cmdr. Micah Kiletico relieved Lt. Cmdr. Elizabeth Durika during the rite of passage ceremony and discussed the importance of leadership while thanking his predecessor for the phenomenal job during her tenure at CBMU 202.

"It is an honor to be the next commanding officer of CBMU 202 and a great opportunity to be a leader in the Naval Construction Force," said Kiletico. "Lt. Cmdr. Durika has been an excellent leader while in command, and I am humbled to follow in her footsteps. I look forward to joining this team of outstanding Seabees."

Kiletico, who is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, was previously assigned to NAVFAC Southeast Public Works Department New Orleans prior to taking the helm at CBMU 202.

Durika, who is originally from Herndon, Virginia, will be reporting aboard Navy Expeditionary Combat Command and will be assigned to the N8 department.

"It has been an absolute honor and privilege to work with the Seabees of CBMU 202 for the past two years," said Durika. "On a near daily basis I was inspired by the drive, dedication and professionalism across the entire command. As a unit we accomplished some impressive goals and I am proud to have been their commanding officer."

Durika praised her relief stating that under his leadership "CBMU 202 will have even greater success and mission readiness."

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