Salvage Diving: Where Adventure Meets Purpose
Underwater salvage is one of the most demanding and exciting branches of commercial diving — and FCDI graduates are at the forefront of it all. From recovering massive cruise ships to unearthing centuries-old treasure, our alumni have helped lead some of the world’s most historic and high-stakes recovery operations.
If you’ve ever dreamed of making a career out of real-world exploration and marine engineering, this is where it starts.
Technical Overview: Wet vs. Dry Welding
Salvage divers do more than retrieve sunken ships and artifacts — they protect the environment, support maritime safety, and uncover priceless history. But the work is intense.
🌊 Hazardous conditions
🔦 Low to zero visibility
🌬️ Strong currents
⛓️ Complex rigging, welding, and lifting
📍 Often remote or deepwater locations
That’s why training at Florida Commercial Diving Institute (FCDI) focuses on building both the technical expertise and mental resilience needed to succeed in these extreme environments.
FCDI Graduates on the Front Lines of History
Costa Concordia: The Largest Passenger Ship Salvage in History
When the Costa Concordia tragically ran aground off the coast of Italy in 2012, the world watched as salvage teams undertook one of the most complex maritime recovery efforts ever attempted. FCDI-trained divers were among the elite professionals called to assist.
Their hands-on training in:
- Underwater welding
- Heavy rigging & lifting
- Dive safety and communication
The Nuestra Señora de Atocha: A Sunken Treasure Trove
Discovered off the Florida Keys, the Atocha was a Spanish galleon lost in 1622 carrying a fortune in gold, silver, and emeralds. Recovery efforts demanded precision, patience, and advanced training — all strengths of FCDI alumni.
Our graduates helped:
- Locate and recover artifacts
- Perform delicate excavation work
- Preserve centuries-old relics for historical research
Why FCDI is the Go-To School for Future Salvage Divers
At Florida Commercial Diving Institute, we don’t just teach skills — we prepare you for real jobs with real impact. Our curriculum includes:
✔️ Surface-supplied diving (USSD)
✔️ Underwater welding & burning (UBS)
✔️ Salvage rigging and lift operations
✔️ Hyperbaric chamber operations
✔️ Emergency response & dive safety
We also maintain relationships with industry leaders, giving graduates access to high-profile projects around the world.
Dive Into a Career That Makes History
Whether it’s stabilizing a cruise ship or uncovering sunken treasure, FCDI-trained divers are making waves — and the next one could be you.
📍 Located in Hudson, FL
📞 Call (352) 209-1234
🌐 www.fcdidiving.com
Start training for a career with depth — apply today.