180123-N-PO132-016 DOZER FIELD, PORT HUENEME, Calif. (Jan. 24,2018) Equipment Operator Constructionman Cameron Cook, assigned to Naval Mobile Battalion Construction Five (NMCB 5), uses a Caterpillar tractor to move and replace dirt for the training course on Dozer Field. NMCB 5 conducts training to help ensure safety, proper technique usage, and familiarize new Seabees with the equipment in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Information Systems Technician Seamen Apprentice Deanna Velasquez/released
180123-N-PO132-016 DOZER FIELD, PORT HUENEME, Calif. (Jan. 24,2018) Equipment Operator Constructionman Cameron Cook, assigned to Naval Mobile Battalion Construction Five (NMCB 5), uses a Caterpillar tractor to move and replace dirt for the training course on Dozer Field. NMCB 5 conducts training to help ensure safety, proper technique usage, and familiarize new Seabees with the equipment in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Information Systems Technician Seamen Apprentice Deanna Velasquez/released
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5 welcomed a new Commanding Officer during an official change of command ceremony, July 14, at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, Calif.
Cmdr. Omarr E. Tobias assumed command from Cmdr. Matthew C. Riethmiller, becoming the 41st Commanding Officer of NMCB 5.
"When I was chosen to take command of NMCB 5, I was humbled and excited at being afforded such a rare and meaningful opportunity," said Tobias. "As we prepare to deploy to the Pacific region, it's an honor to lead a battalion that is ready, focused and capable of strengthening friendships we've spent the past 75 years helping cultivate."
After being presented with a Meritorious Service Medal for his outstanding performance...
