About Us
History
UT law student, Ned Granger, founded Roberts Pest Control, Inc. in 1959. While living in student housing, he began to have problems with pests and he found that a person with limited resources had very few options. After investigating the industry, Mr. Granger purchased the necessary materials to establish Roberts Pest Control.
Rock T. Thweatt started working for Roberts Pest Control, Inc. in 1980, while a student at Southwest Texas State University. Within six months, Rock was promoted to manager. In 1995 Rock purchased the company and changed the name to Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc.
Staff
Our success is directly related to our courteous office staff and technicians and the service they provide. Each technician has an average of 10 years of on-the-job experience and all attend regular office and industry sponsored seminars on the latest proven industry techniques. The technicians are licensed, bonded, and a general liability policy is enforced for your protection. Bilingual technicians and office personnel are available when needed.
| Rock T. Thweatt, President Rock was raised in Cameron, Texas and moved to Austin in 1980. He began working for Roberts Pest Control, Inc. in 1980, while attending Southwest Texas State University. He was quickly promoted to manager, purchased the company in 1995 and changed the name to Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc. Rock is a certified applicator, licensed by the Structural Pest Control Service of Texas and has over 29 years of experience in the pest control industry. In his spare time, Rock likes to stay active. His hobbies and interests include golf, tennis, basketball, hunting, fishing and more. |
rock@robertspestcontrol.com |
| Robert Avalos, Technician Robert was born and raised in Austin, Texas. He began working with Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc. in 1988. Robert is a licensed technician, licensed by the Structural Pest Control Board of Texas and has over 20 years of experience in the pest control industry. In his spare time, Robert likes to spend time with family and friends. His interests and hobbies include knife collecting and rodeos. |
robertavalos@robertspestcontrol.com |
| Josh Cox, Technician Josh was born in Seguin, TX but was raised in Luling, TX. Josh is a certified applicator, licensed by the Structural Pest Control Service of Texas and has multiple years of experience in the pest control industry. A father of a beautiful four year-old girl and one year-old son. Josh enjoys fishing and watching sports in his spare time. |
joshcox@robertspestcontrol.com |
| Ray Lopez, Technician Ray Lopez was born and raised in Kyle. He is proud to reside in South Austin for the past 30 years. He has been a certified applicator since 1998. |
raylopez@robertspestcontrol.com |
| Sam Jefferson, Technician Sam was born in the Lubbock area and has lived in Austin for the past 23 years. He has been in the Pest Control Business for 7 years and is a Certified Technician for General Pests & Termite Control. Sam enjoys fishing, playing golf and sports. |
samjefferson@robertspestcontrol.com |
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| Belinda Gates Belinda Gates has been in Austin since 1998 after moving from Colorado. She is married with 3 children and one Grandson. She enjoys hockey, fishing, camping and spending time with her grandson. |
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| Cherie Bivens Cherie has lived in Austin for the past 9 years. She is married and has a beautiful 3 year old daughter. Cherie enjoys, Saltwater Fishing, Football, Gardening and Cooking. |
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Job Opportunities
The current job opportunities at Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc. are listed below. If you would like more details regarding any of the positions, please Contact Us! When submitting resumes for job opportunities, please FAX them to 512-444-1915 or e-mail them to resume@robertspestcontrol.com. Roberts Termite and Pest Control, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Rates
Call Roberts Termite & Pest Control, Inc. today for a free no obligation estimate. Rates are based on type of pest, size and construction of house and other factors that make on-line and over-the-phone pricing impossible.
