Salt and plow truck drivers work tirelessly through winter to keep the roads clear. Have you ever wondered how they prepare for their shift?

Indianapolis Department of Public Works is currently running twelve-hour rotating shifts. This is to keep up with multiple rounds of ice, snow, and cold temperatures.

WRTV went to the 11 a.m. shift change at one of the DPW's buildings on Thursday.

As B-shift employees exited the building, groups of A-shifters filtered in and waited for their group briefing.

"A shift, good morning, good morning!" greeted William Walker, superintendent of District 3.

Walker was speaking to the group of incoming A-shift employees. They gathered in a large circle around Walker. Some stood; others found benches or couches to lounge on through the meeting.

Walker desc

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