Archives June 2026

June 25th marked the 2-year anniversary of the fire in our sawmill. Instead of bringing in an outside company to clean up after the fire, President Scott Cummings chose to keep as many of our own employees as possible to do the work together. 🪵💪

To mark the anniversary and show his appreciation for the team’s dedication, Scott provided a fantastic, free catered BBQ lunch from Stone Age BBQ! 🍗🔥

A huge shout-out to Doug Joseph from Stone Age BBQ, who did an absolutely amazing job with the food—and even used our very own Barefoot & BBQ pellets to cook it! 🪵💨

The crew is incredibly grateful for the delicious meal and Scott’s ongoing support. A massive thank you to Scott for always looking out for his employees, and to Doug for knocking the lunch out of the park!

Check out some of the highlights from lunch below! 👇📸

Get your landscaping 4th of July ready with Bark Mulch from Cummings Lumber. Look amazing for the holiday weekend!

Reminder: No mulch sales on Friday, July 3rd or Saturday, July 4th.

Located at the Cummings Lumber Log Yard
21756 Route 14
Troy, PA 16947

Call Kelly Root – 570-297-4771

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Just a friendly reminder that our offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. We will be back in the office, bright and early, on Monday, July 6th.

This Fourth of July is incredibly special as our nation celebrates its 250th milestone anniversary. Milestones like this fill us with immense pride. We are deeply grateful to operate right here in the USA, sourcing local timber and manufacturing high-quality, American-made products every single day. Thank you for supporting American workers and local manufacturing!

As we celebrate 250 years of freedom, we also want to extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served and are currently serving in the military. Your dedication and sacrifice ensure the freedoms we celebrate today.

We wish everyone a safe, historic, and happy 4th of July filled with celebration and good times! 🎉✨

At Cummings Lumber Company, our foundation is built on two things: top-tier quality and a deeply rooted family legacy. Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate a major milestone for the man who keeps that tradition moving forward. Our President, Scott Cummings, is officially marking 33 years of dedication to the company!

As the founder’s great-grandson, Scott took the helm as President in 2014. For more than three decades, his vision has ensured that our four-generation commitment to providing customers with unmatched service and premier lumber products remains stronger than ever.

Resilience, Community, and Good BBQ

This month also brings us to the two-year anniversary of the 2024 mill fire. To honor how far the company has come since that challenging time, and to show his appreciation for the hard work of his team, Scott recently treated all employees to a spectacular, catered BBQ lunch. It was a wonderful opportunity for the Cummings Lumber family to gather, connect, and look toward a bright future.

A Heartfelt Thank You from the Employees

An organization is only as strong as its leadership, and on behalf of all the employees at Cummings Lumber, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to Scott.

Thank you, Scott, for your steadfast guidance, your generosity, and your unique ability to lead us through both the good times and the bad. Your dedication not only preserves our family history but inspires all of us to keep delivering the quality our customers rely on.

Here is to 33 years of excellence, and many more to come!

Today, we are honoring Duane as he celebrates an incredible 28 years with the Cummings Lumber Company family!

As our Saw Filer, Duane is the definition of dedication, keeping our bandsaw blades perfectly tuned and our mill running smoothly. He is incredibly knowledgeable, always friendly, and one of the hardest workers you’ll ever meet. When the mill fire hit, Duane truly stepped up, doing absolutely whatever was needed to help us rebuild. We are so grateful for his hard work and commitment over nearly three decades.

🙌 Thank you, Duane, for 28 years of excellence! 🙌

🎥 Curious about his role? Check out his YouTube video to see exactly what it’s like to be a saw filer!

At Cummings Lumber, our company is only as strong as the people who show up every day to do the heavy lifting. Today, we are incredibly proud to celebrate a milestone that very few ever achieve: Dale Ostrander’s 41st work anniversary.

The Backbone of the Yard

As our legendary Log Scaler, Dale holds down one of the most critical roles in the yard. Log scaling requires a sharp eye, deep industry knowledge, and unwavering accuracy—traits Dale has brought to work every single day for over four decades.

Rain or shine, Dale is out there getting the job done right. He is the ultimate team player, always willing to go above and beyond to help the crew.

Thank You, Dale!

Dale, thank you for 41 years of unmatched grit, loyalty, and hard work. You set the standard for all of us, and our yard wouldn’t be the same without you. We are incredibly proud to have you on the crew.

Check out the video below to see Dale doing what he does best!

Watch Dale in Action

Join the Celebration

Help us give Dale the massive shout-out he deserves! Head over to our Facebook Page to drop a comment and congratulate him on over four decades of hard work.

At Cummings Lumber Company, our strength comes from the incredible people who show up every day ready to work hard, support their teammates, and keep our operations running smoothly. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate a wonderful milestone for one of those key team members.

Please join us in wishing a very Happy 4-Year Work Anniversary to Nicole Ackley!

Nicole is a Lumber Handler on our Mill Pallet Team. If you caught our recent company newsletter, you already saw her featured for doing an outstanding job with the Pallet Stock team—a recognition that was richly deserved.

Nicole, we are so incredibly grateful to have you with us. Your dedication to this company and your commitment to supporting your teammates make a huge difference every single day. Thank you for four wonderful years of hard work and excellence!

Want to keep up with everything happening at Cummings Lumber Company? Be sure to follow us on Facebook for regular team updates, company news, and more employee highlights!

Today marks an incredible milestone at Cummings Lumber Company as we celebrate Randy Holdren’s 19th work anniversary!

As a Lumber Handler at our hardwood sawmill in Troy, PA, Randy is the definition of a dedicated team player. If you know Randy, you know he is an all-around good guy who shows up every single day ready to give it his all. He is a truly hard worker who consistently goes out of his way to clean up and keep our operations running safely and smoothly.

His daily commitment, reliability, and positive attitude make a massive impact on our entire crew. Nineteen years of unwavering dedication is no small feat, and we simply cannot thank him enough for his hard work and loyalty. We are incredibly grateful to have you on the team, Randy—thank you for everything you do!

We’re looking for a Lumber Grader to join our Mill team. If you have sharp eyes, a steady pace and take pride in doing quality work, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:
• Inspect and grade lumber to our quality standards and cutting orders
• Mark boards for trimming, ripping, re-edging, or routing to get the best grade and product value
• Identify and report thickness variations, mis-cuts, saw marks, and other defects
• Keep your work area clean, organized and safe
• Help train newer team members as you grow in the role
• Assist with housekeeping and preventative maintenance during downtime

What We’re Looking For:
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Good eyesight and solid hand-eye coordination
• Sound judgement and decision-making in a fast-paced setting
• Comfort working independently and as part of a small team
• Physical stamina for standing, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 100lbs throughout the shift
• Willingness to wear required PPE (safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection)
• Previous sawmill, lumber, woodworking, or manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

What We Offer
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Steady, year-round work with built-in overtime (M-F 6:30am-4:00pm; 45hrs/week)
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team-oriented work environment

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Cummings Lumber Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.