Dorvin D. Leis is Hawai'i's largest mechanical contractor that has specialized in the installation and maintenance of Air-Conditioning, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Sprinkler & Alarm Systems since 1967. They are currently looking for students interested in engineering, project management, estimation and sheet metal trades. see more
Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
The Direct Digital Controls is the heart of all Leis systems. This includes meticulous temperature control with plumbing to cool/heat air in HVAC as well as round-the-clock sensors for building fire safety. As a DDC intern you will find yourself looking at physical building electrical systems in addition to utilizing CAD modeling software to design the most optimal electrical systems a job may require.
Working in this department will prepare you for any career where you may find yourself working with electrical components.Some career pathways that this department will help prepare you for are:
- Technicians
- Electricians
- CAD Modeling
If you're interested in interning under this department, we'd like you to have:
- Trigonometry and Geometry Proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication Proficiency
HVAC - Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
In Hawaii's hot and tropical climate it takes a lot to cool down an entire building. That's where the HVAC department comes in. In this department, we utilize large metal ducts, coolant systems and air filtration to cool down buildings and filter the air. These complex systems are required by law in most buildings and require a team of experienced engineers.
Some jobs under this department that you'll typically find are:
- Project Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Administrative Assistants
- Metalworkers
- Welders
- Estimators
If you're interested in interning under this department we'd like you to have:
- Trigonometry and Geometry Proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication Proficiency
Fire Sprinkler
Plumbing
We all use water in our daily lives. Whether it be for cooking, washing our hands or even flushing the toilet, water has become a common household commodity. But there's a lot that goes on behind the scenes to get the water all the way to your faucet. We design vast networks of pipes that span throughout entire buildings to make sure that every unit on every floor has access to fresh, clean, water.
Some career pathways that this department will help prepare you for are:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Management
- Pipe Fitters
- Plumbers
If you're interested in interning under this department, we'd like you to have:
- Trigonometry and Geometry Proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication Proficiency
Fire Alarm
Everyone knows what a fire alarm is. Fire alarm systems are a crucial part of fire protection systems throughout the world. They alert tenants, facilities managers as well as the local Fire Department that there is an emergency. At DDL we make sure that alarm systems operate properly in addition to installing the building-wide systems. Every building need fire alarms and we're the ones that make it happen.
Some career pathways that this department will help prepare you for are:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Project Management
- Inspectors
- Fire Alarm Technicians
If you're interested in interning under this department, we'd like you to have:
- Trigonometry and Geometry Proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication Proficiency
Fire Sprinkler
As a fire spreads through a space it destroys everything. Our fire sprinkler team provides decades of experience in engineering, consulting, design and installation to prevent that. We firmly believe in the importance of these systems and we hope that we can teach you the importance of them as well.
Some career pathways that this department will help prepare you for are:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Management
- Inspectors
- Fire Sprinkler Technicians
If you're interested in interning under this department, we'd like you to have:
- Trigonometry and Geometry Proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication Proficiency
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FAQ
Q: Will transportation be provided?
A: No transportation will be provided to and from DDL.
Q: What do I need to complete prior to working at DDL?
A: If accepted, you will need to complete an Employment Application which includes a W-4 and I-9 as well as a drug test administered by Diagnostic Laboratory Services Inc.
Q: What age do I need to be to intern there?
A: You must be 16 years or older to work at DDL.
Q: What are the minimum and maximum hours I can work each week?
A: There are no minimum hour requirements, but the maximum hours you can work is 18.