Tehama Wireless
Tehama Wireless, founded in 2003, is a leading innovator in automated meter reading devices with over 30 years of engineering experience. Since 2010, they’ve offered the largest range of U.S.-made wireless submetering products, used by major utility billing companies across homes, campuses, and businesses. With a motto of “keep it simple and human,” Tehama is dedicated to smart, user-friendly product design and exceptional customer support.
Industry Experts on Our Team
Learn more about the Tehama Wireless team.
Jim Orton | Co-Founder & Director
As the co-founder and director of Tehama Wireless, Jim Orton has played a pivotal role in the company's success since 2003, leveraging over 30 years of experience in technology development. His foundational work on advanced radio systems led to the creation of groundbreaking solutions, including the company’s 900 MHz temperature monitoring systems and Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) products.
Jim’s vision has guided Tehama Wireless’s expansion into multifamily and commercial utility submetering markets. With a commitment to continuous innovation, he focuses on developing reliable, easy-to-use products that set industry standards and enhance utility management.
Max Jurasic | Sales & Support
Max Jurasic is an integral part of Tehama Wireless, combining extensive technical support and sales experience in his current role. His prior experience as a Project Manager at Energy Management Systems, Inc. honed his skills in managing intricate utility management projects and delivering tailored solutions.
Max is known for his ability to connect technical expertise with customer needs, employing a proactive approach to problem-solving to maximize client satisfaction. His deep industry knowledge and commitment to exceptional customer service make him an invaluable asset to the Tehama Wireless team.
Brad Murray | Director of Sales
Brad Murray brings over 20 years of experience in sales and operations leadership within the utility management and submetering sectors to his role as Director of Sales at Tehama Wireless. Joining the company in May 2024, he is focused on driving growth and expanding the firm's reach in the utility submetering market.
Previously, Brad held key positions, including optimizing sales at RealPage, Inc., and serving as COO at Urban Meters and Readers. He excels in developing sales strategies and fostering customer relationships, ensuring value and support for clients. Brad’s hands-on leadership style and deep industry knowledge enable him to advance Tehama Wireless's mission of delivering innovative utility solutions.
Our Timeline Journey
Innovative engineering expertise and a deep commitment to user experience and product design have combined to make Tehama Wireless one of the world’s leading automated meter reading device manufacturers.
Founded in 2003
Tehama was founded in 2003, but its core engineering team has worked together since 1987.
In the Field since 2004
Our hardware has been in the field since 2004, remotely monitoring temperature and other environmental data in the healthcare and food service industries.
New Generation in 2010
In 2010, the company introduced its second generation hardware and software to target the AMR market , and has since grown to offer the widest selection of wireless utility submetering products, all of which are made entirely in the United States.
Major Client Wins
With all of the major multifamily utility billing companies among its clients, today Tehama products are in use across hundreds of thousands of residential units, campus facilities, manufactured homes and commercial and landscaping operations.
Commitment for the Future
Continually improving upon its motto “to keep it simple and human” the company has a deeply ingrained philosophy of smart product design and a deep commitment to providing the best possible support and training for its customers, distributors and partners.
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